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.
Assist to Other Police Department
Date: Tuesday, November 18
Time: 11:35 am
Location: Swarthmore College Campus
Synopsis: Public Safety received a report of a borough resident’s bicycle missing from the Swarthmore Presbyterian Church nursery. The bike was last observed on Swarthmore College’s campus, behind the grandstands on Clothier Fields. The area was checked with negative results. Swarthmore Police were notified.
Status: Inactive
Investigation
Date: Wednesday, November 19
Time: 12:40 pm
Location: Crum Meadow
Synopsis:Public Safety received a report of an unleashed dog in Crum Woods that jumped on another visitor in the woods. Matter is under investigation.
Status: Investigation
Investigation
Date: Wednesday, November 19
Time: 12:50 pm
Location: Parrish Hall
Synopsis: A Public Safety Office on routine patrol was approached by two college employees who reported that students were walking on the exterior ledges of Parrish Hall. Investigation determined the students had exited the building through a window near the Phoenix office. The students were identified and advised of the hazards of being on the roof. matter forwarded to the Deans office for further action.
Status: Dean’s Referral
Fire Alarm
Date: Wednesday, November 19
Time: 6:53 pm
Location: Cornell Library Addition
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to a fire alarm within Cornell Library Addition. Upon arrival there was no sign of smoke or fire. There was no source for the activation. Facilities notified.
Status: Inactive
Investigation Person(s)
Date: Friday, November 21
Time: 9:13 am
Location: Mertz Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety received a report of an unknown individual outside of Mertz Residence Hall. The area was checked with negative results.
Status: Closed
Theft/Interior/Buildings
Date: Friday, November 21
Time: 9:00 am
Location: Science Center
Synopsis: Public Safety received a report from a Swarthmore staff member about the theft of their iPad from within the Dupont Science Center. The value of the iPad is $200. The matter is under investigation.
Status: Investigation
Investigation
Date: Friday, November 21
Time: 9:33 am
Location: Parrish East Circle
Synopsis: While on patrol, a Public Safety officer observed a driver, not affiliated with Swarthmore College, impatiently tailgating another driver while the driver was asking a Public Safety officer for directions. The Public Safety officer spoke with the individual who left campus without incident.
Status: Closed
Safety Hazard
Date: Saturday, November 22
Time: 11:19 am
Location: Lang Performing Arts Center
Synopsis: Public Safety observed a dumpster blocking stairs at loading dock. Appropriate offices have been notified to remedy the matter.
Status: Open
Fire Alarm
Date: Saturday, November 22
Time: 2:34 pm
Location: Hallowell Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to a fire alarm within Hallowell Residence hall. Upon arrival there was a smoke but no fire. It was determined that a curling iron may have been the cause.
Status: Closed
Vehicle Accident
Date: Saturday, November 22
Time: 3:56 pm
Location: Off campus location
Synopsis: Public Safety received a report from a Swarthmore student about a vehicle accident that took place off campus while operating a college owned vehicle. Information forwarded to appropriate offices.
Status: Inactive
Public Drunkenness
Date: Sunday, November 23
Time: 1:05 am
Location: Delta Upsilon Fraternity House
Synopsis: Public Safety was notified about a student attending a party who had become disruptive and uncooperative. The student was asked to leave and refused. The student ultimately went to their dorm without further incident. Tier 1 on call was notified.
Status: Dean’s Referral
Medical Emergency
Date: Sunday, November 23
Time: 11:53 am
Location: Lamb Miller Field House
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Lamb Miller Field House for the report of an injury at the Volleyball Tournament. Upon arrival it was determined the individual was a non Swarthmore student. Medical attention was declined.
Status: Closed
