West Virginia Universitys annual security report, known as the Clery Report, has been published, reflecting a recent cycle of significantly decreased robbery, aggravated assault, burglary and destruction of property.

These crimes go in cycles, and the active support provided by the campus community in reducing opportunities for crime plays a major role,said Bob Roberts, chief of the WVU Department of Public Safety.Some years our community members may be more active in locking their doors, not leaving property unattended, walking in groups and utilizing other safety measures than in other years.

The report includes WVU campus crime statistics for the last three years, as well as information about WVU policies related to campus security, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of sexual assault and other crimes. It can be accessed online athttp://www.wvu.edu/%7Efacserv/cpccle.cfm. A copy of the report may also be obtained by contacting Lt. R. Friend at 304-293-COPS (3136) or rfriend2@wvu.edu .

WVU issued its report pursuant to the federal Clery Act, which requires the nations colleges and universities to disclose information annually about crime on and around their campuses, including burglaries, robberies, arson, motor vehicle theft, aggravated assault, sex offenses, criminal homicide and hate crimes.

The WVU report goes further and also includes simple assaults, destruction of property and thefts. It also has information about support services that are available and important phone numbers to call.

Additionally, the Clery Act also requires notice to be given regarding sex offenders who are required to register with the West Virginia State Police. This information is available to the public athttp://www.wvstatepolice.com/sexoff/.