An investigator from the Community College of Aurora (CCA) identified 54-year-old Mark Stephan Moore as the suspect in several thefts of various items around both campuses, including cell phones, wallets and laptop computers. Moore has not been apprehended and is still at large.
Moore is described as African American, 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighing approximately 150 pounds. He is usually neatly dressed with sunglasses on his head and carrying a backpack.
Moore has an extensive criminal history, including shoplifting, forgery, assault, identity theft and parole violation. Moore also uses numerous aliases and dates of births. According to Department of Campus Safety (DCS) Sgt. Stephen Banet, investigators for DCS have been working in congruence with the Denver Police Department (DPD) in an attempt to identify and apprehend Moore.
“Our investigators not only interview the witnesses … but work as a liaison with Denver police,” said Banet.
Moore is considered a suspect in several theft cases on campus dating back to July 1. The thefts often involve wallets, but have also included cell phones and laptops. They often occur in unsecured offices that are left unoccupied. The latest theft, which involved a laptop at the DU bookstore, occurred Oct. 4 at around 3:30 p.m.
Denver police said the case is actively being worked in an attempt to apprehend the suspect.
DCS released a crime alert last Wednesday that included a description and photo of Moore. Banet said DPD informed the investigators at DCS that Moore was the likely suspect in the thefts.
“We do have a person who looks similar to him on video camera footage at the law school leaving the area after a theft,” said Banet. “The video from the bookstore on the laptop also appears to be him.”
Banet said DCS issued the crime alert to raise awareness that they are looking for Moore.
“Crime alerts have lead to apprehensions in the past,” said Banet. “If someone sees him, give us a call.”
Banet said students can avoid becoming victims of thefts by paying attention to their surroundings, avoiding leaving valuables unattended and studying with a friend who can watch their property if they have to leave for a moment.
“Students should take better control of their property and keep it with them,” said Banet.
Any student who thinks they see Moore should call DCS immediately at (303)871-3000.
