In a suite, how should burglaries be counted?

In the context of Clery Act reporting, burglaries in a suite should be counted by considering each distinct area where the burglary occurred. This means that if each bedroom in the suite is occupied or used by different individuals, then each bedroom should be counted separately as an offense. Additionally, if the common area was also burglarized, it should be included as another separate offense. This approach provides a more accurate representation of the number of individual incidents and the potential impact on the safety of individuals in those specific areas.

Counting each bedroom and the common room separately ensures that each victim has the opportunity to report an incident and options for support are available to all affected individuals. This method aligns with dealing with crimes in a manner that reflects the severity and individual impact of the incidents, which is crucial for campus safety statistics and ensuring that accurate data is reported to the Department of Education as required by the Clery Act.