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.
Investigation of Condition(s)
Date: Monday, March 12, 2018
Time: 09:51 AM
Location: Science Center
Synopsis: Public Safety and Facilities responded to the Science Center for the report of an unknown odor. It was determined that the odor was caused by a faulty ejector pump. Facilities will repair the pump.
Status: Inactive
Collision
Date: Monday, March 12, 2018
Time: 12:53 PM
Location: Roberts Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the exterior of Roberts Residence Hall for the report of a vehicle collision involving a College-owned vehicle. There were no injuries.
Status: Closed
Fire Alarm
Date: Monday, March 12, 2018
Time: 02:02 PM
Location: PPR Apartments
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the PPR Apartments for an activated fire alarm. There was smoke but no fire. It was determined that cooking had activated the alarm.
Status: Closed
Fire Alarm
Date: Monday, March 12, 2018
Time: 08:17 PM
Location: PPR Apartments
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the PPR Apartments for an activated fire alarm. There was smoke but no fire. It was determined that cooking had activated the alarm.
Status: Closed
Medical Response
Date: Tuesday, March 13, 2018
Time: 10:42 PM
Location: Danawell Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Danawell Residence Hall for the report of an ill Swarthmore student. The student was evaluated, and it was determined that no further treatment was necessary.
Status: Closed
Emergency Response Drill
Date: Wednesday, March 14, 2018
Time: 09:54 AM
Location: Friends Meetinghouse
Synopsis: Public Safety officers conducted a shelter drill at the Swarthmore Friends Nursery School. The information is on file and was shared with the appropriate departments.
Status: Closed
Intrusion Alarm
Date: Thursday, March 15, 2018
Time: 06:16 AM
Location: Women’s Resource Center
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the Women’s Resource Center for an intrusion alarm. The area was checked with negative results. It was determined that a door had not been secured; Public Safety secured the building.
Status: Closed
Purchase, Consumption, Possession, or Transportation of Liquor, Malt, or Brewed Beverages
Unauthorized Activity
Date: Sunday, March 18, 2018
Time: 12:14 AM
Location: Worth Residence Hall
Synopsis: While on routine patrol, Public Safety observed an unauthorized party and underage drinking in Worth Residence Hall. The Swarthmore students were identified and the matter referred to the Dean’s Office.
Status: Dean’s referral
Investigation of Person(s)
Date: Sunday, March 18, 2018
Time: 01:53 PM
Location: Sharples Lane
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the exterior of Sharples Dining Hall for the report of unknown individuals in the parking lot. The area was checked with negative results. The information is on file for future reference.
Status: Inactive
Fire Alarm
Date: Sunday, March 18, 2018
Time: 05:20 PM
Location: Worth Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Worth Residence Hall for an activated fire alarm. There was smoke but no fire. It was determined that cooking had activated the alarm.
Status: Closed
Medical Response
Date: Sunday, March 18, 2018
Time: 07:39 PM
Location: Clothier Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety, Swarthmore Police, and Springfield Ambulance responded to Essie Mae’s Snack Bar for the report of an ill Swarthmore employee. The individual was transported to the hospital for further evaluation and treatment.
Status: Closed
Controlled Substance – Marijuana Possession
Noise Complaint
Date: Monday, March 19, 2018
Time: 12:59 AM
Location: Willets Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Willets Residence Hall for the report of loud music and an odor of marijuana. A Swarthmore student was identified and the matter referred to the Dean’s Office.
Status: Dean’s referral
