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: Tuesday, April 10, 2018
Time: 11:15 AM
Location: Hicks Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety received a report about concerning writings on an office whiteboard in Hicks Hall. The matter is under investigation.
Status: Investigation
Medical Response
Date: Tuesday, April 10, 2018
Time: 11:37 AM
Location: McCabe Library
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to McCabe Library for the report of an ill Swarthmore student. The student was transported to Worth Health Center and later to the hospital for further evaluation and treatment.
Status: Closed
Medical Emergency
Date: Tuesday, April 10, 2018
Time: 11:49 AM
Location: Scott Arboretum
Synopsis: Public Safety, Swarthmore Police, and an ambulance responded to the Scott Arboretum office for the report of an ill individual. The individual declined medical treatment.
Status: Closed
Medical Response
Date: Tuesday, April 10, 2018
Time: 10:00 PM
Location: Clothier Fields
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the report of an injured Swarthmore student. The student was transported to the hospital for further evaluation and treatment.
Status: Closed
Assist to Other Police Department
Public Safety Assistance
Date: Wednesday, April 11, 2018
Time: 04:12 PM
Location: Off-campus location
Synopsis: Public Safety received the report of a suspect fleeing from a bank robbery in Springfield and moving in the direction of Swarthmore’s campus. The suspect was apprehended and an Awareness Bulletin was issued.
Status: Closed
Community Information Session
Date: Wednesday, April 11, 2018
Time: 07:00 PM
Location: Kohlberg Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety conducted a safety presentation for the Off-Campus Study program.
Status: Closed
Controlled Substance – Marijuana Possession
Suspicious Odor
Date: Thursday, April 12, 2018
Time: 12:15 AM
Location: Willets Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Willets Residence Hall for the reported odor of marijuana. Two Swarthmore students were identified smoking marijuana. The matter was referred to the Dean’s Office.
Status: Dean’s referral
Fire Alarm
Date: Thursday, April 12, 2018
Time: 05:19 PM
Location: Beardsley Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Beardsley Hall for an activated fire alarm. There was no smoke or fire, and the cause for the alarm could not be determined. Facilities was notified.
Status: Inactive
Collision
Public Safety Assistance
Date: Thursday, April 12, 2018
Time: 05:51 PM
Location: Elm Avenue
Synopsis: Public Safety and Swarthmore Police responded to the corner of Elm and Cedar Avenues for a vehicle collision involving a Swarthmore-owned vehicle. There were no injuries.
Status: Closed
Institutional Vandalism
Date: Friday, April 13, 2018
Time: 11:57 AM
Location: Crum Woods
Synopsis: While on routine patrol, a Public Safety officer observed graffiti on a sign in the Crum Woods. Facilities was notified.
Status: Closed
Fire Alarm
Date: Friday, April 13, 2018
Time: 06:38 PM
Location: Bond Lodges
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the Bond Lodges for an activated fire alarm. There was smoke but no fire. It was determined that the alarm was activated by cooking.
Status: Closed
Investigation of Condition(s)
Date: Friday, April 13, 2018
Time: 08:16 PM
Location: Crum Woods
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the Crum Woods for the report of an unknown group of individuals. The area was searched with negative results.
Status: Inactive
Noise Complaint
Date: Friday, April 13, 2018
Time: 11:06 PM
Location: PPR Apartments
Synopsis: Public Safety responded twice to noise complaints at PPR Apartments. A registered event had exceeded permitted time. The matter was referred to Swarthmore residential staff.
Status: Dean’s referral
Medical Emergency
Date: Saturday, April 14, 2018
Time: 07:57 AM
Location: Sharples Dining Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety, Swarthmore Police, and an ambulance responded to Sharples Dining Hall for the report of an ill Swarthmore employee. The employee declined further treatment.
Status: Closed
Fire Alarm
Date: Saturday, April 14, 2018
Time: 11:41 AM
Location: Woolman Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Woolman Residence Hall for an activated fire alarm. There was smoke but no fire. It was determined that the alarm was activated by cooking.
Status: Closed
Fire Alarm
Date: Saturday, April 14
Time: 04:41 PM
Location: Bond Lodges
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the Bond Lodges for an activated fire alarm. There was smoke but no fire. It was determined that the alarm was activated by cooking.
Status: Closed
Investigation of Person(s)
Date: Saturday, April 14, 2018
Time: 11:11 PM
Location: Worth Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety and Swarthmore Police responded to the report of an unauthorized individual attempting to gain entrance to College events on campus. The individual was identified and the Swarthmore Police issued a trespass warning. The individual left campus without incident and the information is on file for future reference.
Status: Closed
Elevator/Lift Problem
Date: Sunday, April 15, 2018
Time: 12:06 AM
Location: Parrish Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Parrish Hall for the report of individuals inside a malfunctioning elevator. The individuals were extricated without incident and Facilities was notified.
Status: Closed
Investigation of Person(s)
Date: Sunday, April 15, 2018
Time: 12:31 AM
Location: Clothier Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety and Swarthmore Police responded to the report of an unauthorized individual attempting to gain entrance to College events on campus. The individual was identified as the same person at Worth Residence Hall and Swarthmore Police issued a trespass warning. The individual left campus without incident and the information is on file for future reference.
Status: Closed
Investigation of Person(s)
Date: Sunday, April 15, 2018
Time: 01:05 AM
Location: Delta Upsilon (DU) Fraternity House
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the report of non-Swarthmore College students refusing to leave the exterior of DU Fraternity House. Upon arrival, the officers checked the area with negative results. The information is on file and was forwarded to the appropriate offices.
Status: Dean’s referral
Investigation of Condition(s)
Date: Sunday, April 15, 2018
Time: 01:13 AM
Location: Mertz Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Mertz Residence Hall for the report of a disturbance. Upon arrival, the officers spoke with several Swarthmore students. The matter was referred to the Dean’s Office.
Status: Dean’s referral
Noise Complaint
Date: Sunday, April 15, 2018
Time: 04:33 AM
Location: Palmer Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Palmer Residence Hall for a noise complaint. The Swarthmore student was identified.
Status: Closed
Investigation of Vehicle(s)
Date: Sunday, April 15, 2018
Time: 09:25 PM
Location: Lamb-Miller Field House
Synopsis: Public Safety and Swarthmore Police responded to an unauthorized vehicle on campus. The driver of the vehicle was identified. The individual left campus without incident.
Status: Closed
Fire Alarm
Date: Monday, April 16, 2018
Time: 06:56 AM
Location: Clothier Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety and Facilities responded to Clothier Hall for an activated fire alarm. There was no smoke or fire. It was determined that the alarm was activated by water leaking through the ceiling.
Status: Closed
