Editor’s note: This article was initially published in The Daily Gazette, Swarthmore’s online, daily newspaper founded in Fall 1996. As of Fall 2018, the DG has merged with The Phoenix. See the about page to read more about the DG.
Safety Hazard
Date: Monday, September 2
Time: 12:45-12:56 p.m.
Location: Crum Creek Waterfall Area
Synopsis: Swarthmore Police Department requested Public Safety to rope off the area near the falls due to flood water conditions.
Status: Cleared
Medical Response
Date: Monday, September 2
Time: 6:18-6:25 p.m.
Location: Sharples Dining Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the report of a male student in need of medical assistance in Sharples Dining Hall. Upon arrival, Public Safety evaluated the student and the student refused further treatment.
Status: Cleared
Medical Response
Date: Tuesday, September 3
Time: 10:18-10:20 a.m.
Location: College Post Office
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the College Post Office for a sick employee. Upon evaluation, the employee was transported to the hospital for further treatment.
Status: Cleared
Robbery
Date: Tuesday, September 3
Time: 9:18-9:25 p.m.
Location: Cunningham Field Sidewalks
Synopsis: Springfield Police Department arrested a juvenile for retail theft.
Status: Cleared
Medical Response
Date: Tuesday, September 3
Time: 4:47-4:52 p.m.
Location: Willets Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the report of a male resident student in need of medical assistance in Willets Residence Hall. Upon arrival, Public Safety evaluated the student and the student refused further treatment.
Status: Cleared
Investigation of Person(s)
Date: Tuesday, September 3
Time: 4:26-4:34 p.m.
Location: Morganwood Development
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the report from a resident of Morganwood Circle that there were individuals going house to house. The individuals were identified and were informed that there is no soliciting on college property. They left without incident.
Status: Cleared
Theft
Date: Tuesday, September 3
Time: 4:20-8:20 p.m.
Location: SEPTA Train Station
Synopsis: Swarthmore Police reported that a secured bicycle was taken from the SEPTA train station. The value of the bicycle is $600. The matter is under investigation.
Status: Investigation
Intoxication
Date: Friday, September 6
Time: 2:09-2:19 a.m.
Location: Mertz Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the report of a disoriented student outside of Mertz Residence Hall. The student was identified and evaluated for intoxication. The matter was referred to the Deans’ Office.
Status: Dean’s referral
Disturbance
Date: Friday, September 6
Time: 12:30-12:35 a.m.
Location: Phi Si Fraternity House
Synopsis: While on routine patrol, Public Safety observed an unauthorized group within Phi Si Fraternity House. Contact was made with the host and the individuals were dispersed.
Status: Closed
Theft/Intoxication
Date: Friday, September 6
Time: 12:00 a.m.
Location: Clothier Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Essie Mae’s Snack Bar for the report of a theft of a backpack. 9/9 update: The student notified Public Safety that the backpack was found.
Status: Found by owner
Safety Hazard
Date: Friday, September 6
Time: 1:46-2:40 p.m.
Location: Clothier Hall
Synopsis: A Swarthmore community member reported a safety hazard with the scaffolding around Clothier Hall. The contractors and facilities were notified.
Status: Cleared
Criminal Mischief
Date: Friday, September 6
Time: –
Location: Bond Lodges-Residential
Synopsis: A staff member reported vandalism to the lower level of the Bond Lodges. This damage was reported to them by a Resident Advisor.
Status: Inactive
Intoxication/Medical Response/Alcohol Possession
Date: Saturday, September 7
Time: 1:20-1:36 a.m.
Location: Mertz Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety, Swarthmore Police Department and an ambulance responded to Mertz Residence Hall for an intoxicated Swarthmore resident student. The student was transported to the hospital and cited by the Swarthmore Police Department for underage drinking. Matter referred to the Deans’ Office.
Status: Cleared/arrest
Intoxication
Date: Saturday, September 7
Time: 12:56-1:23 a.m.
Location: Clothier Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the report of an intoxicated Swarthmore resident student within Paces. The matter has been referred to the Deans’ Office.
Status: Dean’s Referral
Intoxication
Date: Saturday, September 7
Time: 12:56-1:23 a.m.
Location: Clothier Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the report of an intoxicated Swarthmore resident student within Paces. The matter has been referred to the Deans’ Office.
Status: Dean’s Referral
Medical Response
Date: Sunday, September 8
Time: 12:39-12:45 a.m.
Location: Sharples Dining Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the exterior of Sharples Dining Hall for an injured visiting student. The student was evaluated and treated.
Status: Cleared
Medical Response
Date: Sunday, September 8
Time: 12:13-12:35 a.m.
Location: Benjamin West House
Synopsis: A Swarthmore female resident student came into Benjamin West Building requesting medical assistance. Officers responded. The student was treated and left without incident.
Status: Cleared
Intoxication
Date: Sunday, September 8
Time: 2:55-2:58 a.m.
Location: Willets Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the report of an intoxicated student within Willets Residence Hall. Matter referred to the Deans’ Office.
Status: Dean’s Referral
Terroristic Threats
Date: Sunday, September 8
Time: 1:15-1:20 a.m.
Location: Outdoor Area/ Fraternity Houses
Synopsis: Public Safety received a report that a Swarthmore male resident student made terroristic threats toward another Swarthmore male resident student. The matter is under investigation and has been referred to the Deans’ Office.
Status: Investigation
Theft
Date: Monday, September 9
Time: 5:56-8:45 p.m.
Location: SEPTA Train Station
Synopsis: Public Safety received a report from a male student of the theft of a secured bicycle from the SEPTA train station. Swarthmore Police Department responded. The value of the bicycle is $350. The matter is under investigation.
Status: Investigation
Fire Alarm
Date: Sunday, September 8
Time: 2:40-3:00 p.m.
Location: Mertz Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to a fire alarm within Mertz Residence Hall. There was no smoke or fire. A short time later, the alarm sounded again and it was determined that there was a faulty detector. Facilities was notified and responded.
Status: Cleared
Simple Assault/Not Aggravated
Date: Sunday, September 8
Time: 1:15-1:20 a.m.
Location: Outdoor Area/ Fraternity Houses
Synopsis: Public Safety received a report that a Swarthmore male resident student assaulted another male resident student. The matter is under investigation and has been referred to the Deans’ Office.
Status: Investigation
