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.
Sexual Assault
Date: Monday, November 27, 2017
Time: 03:26 PM
Location: Swarthmore College
Synopsis: Public Safety received information about a possible sexual assault of a Swarthmore student on campus. The matter has been referred to the Title IX Office.
Status: Title IX referral
Injure or Tamper with Fire Apparatus, Hydrant, etc.
Date: Tuesday, November 28, 2017
Time: 12:45 AM
Location: Willets Residence Hall
Synopsis: While on patrol, Public Safety observed a room within Willets Residence Hall with a covered smoke detector. The officers investigated and spoke with the occupant. The matter was referred to the Dean’s Office.
Status: Dean’s referral
Controlled Substance – Marijuana Possession
Unauthorized Activity
Date: Tuesday, November 28, 2017
Time: 12:45 AM
Location: Willets Residence Hall
Synopsis: While on patrol, Public Safety observed unknown individuals smoking marijuana at the exterior of Willets Residence Hall. The individuals were later identified as Swarthmore students, and the matter was referred to the Dean’s Office.
Status: Dean’s referral
Collision
Date: Tuesday, November 28, 2017
Time: 08:32 AM
Location: College Avenue
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to a vehicle collision on College Avenue involving a College employee. There were no injuries. The information is on file for future reference.
Status: Closed
Public Safety Assistance
Date: Tuesday, November 28, 2017
Time: 04:59 PM
Location: Chester Road
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Chester Road at the SEPTA bridge for a disabled tractor-trailer. The truck was moved from the area without incident.
Status: Closed
Sexual Assault
Date: Wednesday, November 29, 2017
Time: 02:33 PM
Location: Clothier Hall (Paces Cafe)
Synopsis: Public Safety received information that a student was inappropriately touched at a social event. The matter has been referred to the Title IX Office.
Status: Title IX referral
Investigation
Date: Thursday, November 30, 2017
Time: 02:22 AM
Location: Wharton Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Wharton Residence Hall for the report of a disturbance. The individual causing the disturbance was identified as a Swarthmore student. No further action was necessary.
Status: Closed
Investigation of Condition(s)
Date: Thursday, November 30, 2017
Time: 01:31 PM
Location: Elm Avenue
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the report of an injured individual at College-owned housing. The individual was not associated with the College. The information is on file for future reference.
Status: Closed
Fire Alarm
Date: Friday, December 01, 2017
Time: 12:08 PM
Location: Matchbox Fitness Center
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the Matchbox Fitness Center for an activated fire alarm. There was no smoke or fire, and it was determined that the alarm had been accidentally activated.
Status: Closed
Intrusion Alarm
Date: Friday, December 01, 2017
Time: 5:26 PM
Location: 412 College Avenue (Scott Arboretum)
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the Scott Arboretum building for an activated intrusion alarm. The area was checked, and it was determined that the alarm had been accidentally activated.
Status: Closed
Investigation
Date: Friday, December 01, 2017
Time: 06:38 PM
Location: The Inn at Swarthmore
Synopsis: Public Safety and Swarthmore Police responded to the Swarthmore College Campus and Community Store for the report of a possible theft. The individuals were identified, and it was determined that no items were stolen.
Status: Closed
Investigation of Person(s)
Date: Friday, December 01, 2017
Time: 07:29 PM
Location: SEPTA Swarthmore Station
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the report of individuals walking on the SEPTA train tracks. The area was checked with negative results.
Status: Inactive
Fire Alarm
Date: Friday, December 01, 2017
Time: 09:50 PM
Location: Wharton Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Wharton Residence Hall for an activated fire alarm. There was smoke but no fire, and it was determined that cooking had activated the alarm.
Status: Closed
Investigation of Person(s)
Date: Saturday, December 02, 2017
Time: 01:24 PM
Location: Roberts Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Roberts Residence Hall for the report of an unknown individual. The area was searched, and the individual was identified. They are associated with the College.
Status: Closed
Unauthorized Activity
Date: Saturday, December 02, 2017
Time: 11:23 PM
Location: Worth Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Worth Residence Hall for the report of an unauthorized party. The matter was referred to the Dean’s Office.
Status: Dean’s referral
Suspicious Odor
Date: Sunday, December 03, 2017
Time: 12:52 AM
Location: Parrish Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Parrish Hall for the reported odor of marijuana. The area was checked with negative results.
Status: Unknown
Suspicious Odor
Date: Sunday, December 03, 2017
Time: 12:26 AM
Location: Wharton Residence Hall Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Wharton Residence Hall for the reported odor of marijuana. The area was checked. An odor was detected in the stairwell but no individuals were found in the area. The matter has been referred to the Dean’s Office.
Status: Dean’s referral
Investigation of Person(s)
Date: Sunday, December 03, 2017
Time: 10:24 PM
Location: Danawell Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the exterior of Danawell Residence Hall for the report of an unknown individual. The area was checked with negative results. The information is on file for future reference.
Status: Inactive
