What action should an institution take after receiving a crime report?

When an institution receives a crime report, the appropriate action is to document the report and include it in Clery disclosures. This is essential for Clery Act compliance, which requires institutions to collect and report specific crime data to maintain transparency about campus safety. The information must be accurately reflected in the annual security report and made available to the campus community and prospective students, highlighting the institution's commitment to providing a safe environment.

By documenting the crime and including it in Clery disclosures, institutions fulfill their legal obligations, ensuring that the data is accessible to the public and adequately informing students, staff, and potential enrollees about safety on campus. This process also enables the institution to track trends and take necessary actions to improve campus safety based on the reported data.

Other actions such as waiting for the police to investigate or only reporting if it affects student enrollment do not align with the Clery Act requirements. Additional immediate publication on the website may not allow for the appropriate vetting of information before dissemination, which is vital to maintain accuracy and reliability in the reporting process.