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.
Institutional Vandalism
Date: Monday, January 9, 2017
Time: 11:22 AM
Location: McCabe Library
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to McCabe Library for the report of vandalism within a bathroom. The officers observed a swastika drawn on the wall inside the stall. The stall was secured and Facilities notified to remove the drawing. This matter was referred to the Bias Response Team and Swarthmore Police Department. The matter is under investigation.
Status: Law enforcement referral
Institutional Vandalism
Date: Thursday, January 12, 2017
Time: 02:43 PM
Location: Pearson Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety received a report that a poster within an office was defaced. The matter is under investigation.
Status: Investigation
Investigation of Person(s)
Date: Friday, January 13, 2017
Time: 03:56 PM
Location: Bond Parking Lot
Synopsis: While on patrol, Public Safety observed an unknown individual walking around a parked vehicle within Bond Lot. It was determined that the individual was the owner of the vehicle.
Status: Closed
Investigation of Condition(s)
Date: Saturday, January 14, 2017
Time: 09:48 AM
Location: Crum Ledge Lane
Synopsis: Public Safety and Facilities responded to the Crum Creek for the report of an unknown substance floating on top of the water. It was determined that the substance was remnants of a bucket used at the Facilities building.
Status: Inactive
Theft/Interior/Buildings
Date: Saturday, January 14, 2017
Time: 07:38 PM
Location: Roberts Residence Hall
Synopsis: While on patrol within Roberts Residence Hall, Public Safety was notified of items taken from within a Swarthmore student’s room. The value of the missing items is $20.00. The matter is under investigation.
Status: Investigation
Accident
Date: Sunday, January 15, 2017
Time: 04:22 PM
Location: Clark House (College Housing)
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the exterior of Clark House for the report of a vehicle hitting the stone wall. There were no injuries but there was damage to the wall.
Status: Closed
Purchase, Consumption, Possession, and/or Transportation of Liquor, Malt, or Brewed Beverages
Date: Sunday, January 15, 2017
Time: 11:23 PM
Location: Willets Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Willets Residence Hall for the report of an ill Swarthmore student. It was determined that the student was intoxicated but not in need of medical attention. The matter was referred to the Dean’s Office.
Status: Dean’s referral
Investigation of Condition(s)
Date: Monday, January 16, 2017
Time: 11:26 AM
Location: Mary Lyon Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety received a report from a Swarthmore student about an individual entering their room within Mary Lyon. The matter is under investigation.
Status: Investigation
Investigation of Person(s)
Date: Monday, January 16, 2017
Time: 03:13 PM
Location: College Bookstore
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the College bookstore for the report of unknown individuals disturbing the bicycles parked at the bike rack. The area was searched with negative results. Swarthmore Police was notified and the information is on file for future reference.
Status: Law enforcement referral
Investigation of Person(s)
Date: Monday, January 16, 2017
Time: 09:42 PM
Location: Mertz Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the area near Mertz Residence Hall for the report of an unknown female causing a disturbance. The area was searched with negative results. The information is on file for future reference.
Status: Inactive
