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 Vehicle(s)
Date: Monday, April 16, 2018
Time: 11:03 AM
Location: Cunningham parking lot
Synopsis: A Swarthmore employee found an unauthorized item in a Swarthmore College van. The matter was referred to the Dean’s Office.
Status: Dean’s referral
Investigation of Condition(s)
Date: Monday, April 16, 2018
Time: 03:40 PM
Location: Willets Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Mephistos Lounge for the report of a rope hanging from the exterior of the chimney. Facilities was notified, and the matter is under investigation.
Status: Investigation
Elevator/Lift Problem
Date: Tuesday, April 17, 2018
Time: 08:34 PM
Location: McCabe Library
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to McCabe Library for the report of an individual inside a malfunctioning elevator. The individual was extricated without incident.
Status: Inactive
Theft from Motor Vehicle
Date: Wednesday, April 18, 2018
Time: 07:45 AM
Location: Wharton parking lot
Synopsis: Public Safety received a report from a contractor on campus about the theft of tools from his truck on campus. The value of the items is $300.00. The matter is under investigation.
Status: Investigation
Medical Response
Date: Thursday, April 19, 2018
Time: 07:22 AM
Location: Alice Paul Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Alice Paul Residence Hall for the report of an ill Swarthmore student. The student was transported to the hospital for further evaluation and treatment.
Status: Closed
Institutional Vandalism
Date: Friday, April 20, 2018
Time: 12:01 AM
Location: Institutional Vandalism
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Parrish Hall for the report of vandalism. The matter is under investigation.
Status: Investigation
Controlled Substance – Marijuana Possession
Date: Friday, April 20, 2018
Time: 12:59 AM
Location: Worth Residence Hall
Synopsis: While investigating an individual climbing the side of Worth Residence Hall, who was later identified as a Swarthmore student, Public Safety observed marijuana in a Swarthmore student’s room. The matter was referred to the Dean’s Office.
Status: Dean’s referral
Vehicle Collision
Date: Friday, April 20, 2018
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Service Building
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the report of a vehicle collision involving two College-owned vehicles. There were no injuries.
Status: Closed
Suspicious Odor
Date: Friday, April 20, 2018
Time: 11:35 AM
Location: Parrish Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Parrish Hall for the report of an unknown odor. It was determined that the odor was from the dryers in the basement.
Status: Closed
Medical Response
Date: Friday, April 20, 2018
Time: 07:09 PM
Location: Wharton Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Wharton Residence Hall for the report of an injured Swarthmore student. The student was transported to the hospital for further evaluation and treatment.
Status: Closed
Medical Emergency
Date: Friday, April 20, 2018
Time: 07:24 PM
Location: Mary Lyon Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Mary Lyon Residence Hall for the report of an ill Swarthmore student. The student was transported to the hospital for further evaluation and treatment.
Status: Closed
Investigation of Person(s)
Date: Friday, April 20, 2018
Time: 08:55 PM
Location: Magill Walk
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to the area of Magill Walk for the report of a group of juveniles. The juveniles were identified and left campus without incident.
Status: Closed
Noise Complaint
Date: Saturday, April 21, 2018
Time: 11:21 PM
Location: Wharton Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to a noise complaint at Wharton Courtyard. The party hosts complied with the request to turn down their music.
Status: Dean’s referral
Purchase, Consumption, Possession, or Transportation of Liquor, Malt, or Brewed Beverages
Date: Sunday, April 22, 2018
Time: 12:47 AM
Location: Worth Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Worth Residence Hall for the report of an ill Swarthmore student. It was determined that the student was intoxicated but not in need of further treatment. The matter was referred to the Dean’s Office.
Status: Dean’s referral
Purchase, Consumption, Possession, or Transportation of Liquor, Malt, or Brewed Beverages
Date: Sunday, April 22, 2018
Time: 01:45 AM
Location: Phi Psi Fraternity House
Synopsis: While on routine patrol, Public Safety observed an intoxicated Swarthmore student. It was determined that the student was not in need of further medical treatment. The matter was referred to the Dean’s Office.
Status: Dean’s referral
Investigation of Condition(s)
Date: Sunday, April 22, 2018
Time: 02:16 AM
Location: Phi Psi Fraternity House
Synopsis: While on patrol, Public Safety observed that a registered social event at Phi Psi Fraternity House had gone over its allotted time. The students complied with a request to end the party. The matter was referred to the Dean’s Office.
Status: Dean’s referral
Medical Response
Date: Sunday, April 22, 2018
Time: 11:18 AM
Location: Mertz Residence Hall
Synopsis: Public Safety responded to Mertz Residence Hall for the report of an injured Swarthmore student. The student was transported to the hospital for further evaluation and treatment.
Status: Closed
