Spring 2020 Security Reports

½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Campus Safety
March 2 through 8, 2020

Posted on Monday, March 9, 2020.

Tuesday, March 3 | 6 a.m. | Theft from Building | New Dorm
A student reports the theft of food items from a communal refrigerator on the third floor as well as numerous items from a third-floor shower cubby.

Tuesday, March 3 | 10:30 p.m. | Information | Pembroke West
Officers responded to Pembroke West on the report of a disturbance in a room. Investigation determined the guest of a resident student had dropped a school bag on the floor. 

Tuesday, March 3 | 10:30 p.m. | Medical | Brecon Hall
A student was transported to ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital for evaluation and treatment.

Wednesday, March 4 | 9 p.m. | Fall Off Campus | Off Campus
A Campus Safety Officer responded to an off-campus location to assist a student who had suffered a fall off campus. The student was transported to ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital for evaluation and treatment.

Thursday, March 5 | 6:10 p.m. | Medical | Erdman Hall
A student was transported to ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital for evaluation and treatment.

Friday, March 6 | 4:16 p.m. | Fire Alarm | Rockefeller Hall
Officers responded to Rockefeller Hall on the report of a fire alarm activation. Burnt popcorn was found in a pantry area.

Saturday, March 7 | 8 p.m. | Assist Students | Off Campus
A Campus Safety Officer responded to an off-campus location to assist students whose rented zip car would not start. The students were transported safety back to campus.

Sunday, March 8 | 1:46 a.m. | Burglar Alarm | English House
Officers responded to English House on the report of a burglar alarm activation. Interior and exterior of the building was checked; all doors were found locked and secure.

Sunday, March 8 | 5:56 a.m. | Fire Alarm | Gateway
Officers responded to Gateway on the report of a fire alarm activation. Investigation determined a problem with the alarm panel battery.

There were no other significant incidents to report.


½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Campus Safety
Feb. 24 through March 1, 2020

Posted Monday, March 2, 2020.

Monday, Feb. 24 | 5:36 p.m. | Odor | Rockefeller Hall
Officers responded to Rockefeller Hall on the report of the odor of marijuana. The Officers were able to determine the source of the odor.

Monday, Feb. 24 | 6:22 p.m. | 911 Hang-Up | New Dorm
Officers responded to the lobby of New Dorm on the report of a 911 hang-up call. Lower Merion Police responded. The area was checked but the caller was not located.

Tuesday, Feb. 25 | 9:09 a.m. | Vehicle Booted | Wyndham Lot
An unregistered vehicle was booted in the Wyndham Lot when it was found to have numerous unpaid parking citations. The boot was removed when the owner registered the vehicle.

Tuesday, Feb. 25 | 11:41 p.m. | Medical Transport | Merion Hall
A student was transported to ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital for evaluation and treatment.

Tuesday, Feb. 25 | 11:51 p.m. | Theft | New Dorm
A student reports the theft of an item from the common refrigerator.

Wednesday, Feb. 25 | 9:54 a.m. | Odor | Denbigh Hall
Officers responded to Denbigh Hall on the report of the odor of marijuana. The Officers were able to locate the source of the odor.

Wednesday, Feb. 25 | 9:56 a.m. | Vehicle Booted | Wyndham Lot
An unregistered vehicle was booted in the Wyndham Lot when it was found to have numerous unpaid parking citations. The boot was removed when the owner registered the vehicle.

Wednesday, Feb. 25 | 3:48 p.m. | Transport | New Dorm
An ill student was transported to her residence hall.

Thursday, Feb. 27 | 1:21 p.m. | Vehicle Booted | Athletics Lot
A vehicle was booted in the Athletics Lot when it was found to have numerous unpaid parking citations. The boot was removed upon payment of outstanding citations.

Friday, Feb. 28 | 3:21 a.m. | Noise Complaint | ECC
Officers responded to the ECC on a noise complaint. The Officers spoke to a student who complied to the Officers request to lower the volume.

Friday, Feb. 28 | 8:16 p.m. | Odor | Pembroke West
Officers responded to Pembroke West on the report of the odor of marijuana. The Officers were unable to locate the source of the odor.

Saturday, Feb. 29 | 12:50 a.m. | Intoxication | Merion Hall
Officers responded to Merion Hall on the report of an intoxicated student. The student was assessed by Officers. She will be watched over by friends for the night.

Saturday, Feb. 29 | 1:07 a.m. | Intoxication | Erdman Hall
Officers responded to Erdman Hall on the report of an intoxicated student. The student was assessed by Officers. She will be watched over by friends for the night.

Saturday, Feb. 29 | 1:50 a.m. | Intoxication | Rhoads North
Officers responded to Rhoads North on the report of an intoxicated student. The student was assessed by Officers. She will be watched over by friends for the night.

Saturday, Feb. 29 | 4:48 a.m. | Intoxication | Denbigh
Officers spoke to a student who was concerned about an intoxicated friend.

Saturday, Feb. 29 | 8:47 a.m. | Information | ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï
A Campus Safety Officer spoke to a student regarding a situation the previous evening.

Saturday, Feb. 29 | 2:17 p.m. | Medical Transport | Schwartz Field
A visiting athlete who sustained an injury was transported to ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital for evaluation and treatment.

Saturday, Feb. 29 | 3:30 p.m. | Medical Transport | Denbigh Hall
A student was transported to ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital for evaluation and treatment.

Sunday, March 1 | 4:12 p.m. | Medical Transport | Denbigh Hall
A student was transported to ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital for evaluation and treatment.

Sunday, March 1 | 6:58 p.m. | Odor | Erdman Hall
Officers responded to Erdman Hall on the report of the odor of marijuana. The Officers were unable to locate the source of the odor.

Sunday, March 1 | 11:00 p.m. | Information | Cloisters
Officers responded to the Cloisters area of Old Library on the report of a group of individuals that were blindfolded and jumping off of the fountain.

There were no other significant incidents to report.


½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Campus Safety
Feb. 17 through 23, 2020

Posted Monday, Feb. 24, 2020.

Monday, Feb. 17 | 9:05 p.m. | Psychiatric | ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï
Campus Safety Officers responded to a student in distress. College Counseling Services notified.

Monday, Feb. 17 | 10:20 p.m. | 911 Hang Up | Erdman Hall
Campus Safety Officers and Lower Merion Police responded to the dining hall on the report of a 911 hang up call. Police and Campus Safety Officers cleared the area when it was determined there was no emergency.

Tuesday, Feb. 18 | 11:25 a.m. | Information | Gateway Building
Information received regarding emails sent to numerous students.

Tuesday, Feb. 18 | 9:20 p.m. | Information | Pembroke Arch
Officers responded to Pembroke Arch on the report of an unknown male at that location. The male was identified as a staff member.

Wednesday, Feb. 19 | 5:30 p.m. | Medical | Schwartz Gym
A student was transported to ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital for evaluation and treatment.

Wednesday, Feb. 19 | 10:33 p.m. | Odor | Erdman Hall
Officers responded to Erdman Hall on the report of the odor of marijuana. The Officers were unable to determine the source.

Thursday, Feb. 20 | 3:45 a.m. | Medical | ECC
Officers responded to the ECC on the report of an ill student. The student refused transport to ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital.

Thursday, Feb. 20 | 9:40 p.m. | Odor | New Dorm
Officers responded to New Dorm on the report of the odor of marijuana. The Officers determined the odor was coming from outside the building and entering through a window.

Thursday, Feb. 20 | 11:30 a.m. | Information | ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï
A student reported an interaction with an unknown woman at a campus event the previous evening. The student reported the woman’s behavior made her feel uncomfortable.

Thursday, Feb. 20 | 10:44 a.m. | Vehicle Accident | Athletics Lot
A Campus Safety Officer witnessed a minor vehicle accident in the Athletics Lot. Owners of both vehicles notified.

Saturday, Feb. 22 | 2:15 a.m. | Alcohol | Denbigh Hall
Officers and Campus EMS responded to Denbigh Hall on the report of an ill subject. The subject, who was visiting a ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï student, was evaluated; medical treatment or transport was not required.

Saturday, Feb. 22 | 7 p.m. | Alarm | GSSWSR
Officers responded to The Graduate School of Social Work on the report of an alarm activation. Investigation determined the alarm was accidentally tripped by a student.

Sunday, Feb. 23 | 12:34 a.m. | Intoxication | Rhoads Hall
Officers and Campus EMS responded to Rhoads Hall on the report of an ill student. The student, who was suffering from an alcohol-related illness, was transported by Narberth Ambulance to ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital.

There were no other significant incidents to report.


½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Campus Safety
Feb. 10 through 16, 2020

Posted Thursday, Feb. 20, 2020.

Wednesday, Feb. 12 | 6:58 a.m. | Medical | Mermont Plaza
A student, who complained of illness, was transported to the ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital. 

Wednesday, Feb. 12 | 9:34 a.m. | Parking | Gateway
A boot was placed on a vehicle after determining there were numerous unpaid tickets.

Wednesday, Feb. 12 | 5:26 p.m. | Disturbance | Old Library
Numerous students found on the roof drinking. Dispersed after being advised.

Wednesday, Feb. 12 | 10:29 p.m. | Found Property | Pembroke Arch
iPhone was found at the Pembroke Arch. Owner could not be identified.

Thursday, Feb. 13 | 5:10 a.m. | Medical | Rhoads Hall
A student, who complained of illness, was transported to the ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital. 

Thursday, Feb. 13 | 5:40 p.m. | Information | Canaday Library
A sign was placed on the bust of M. Thomas Carey.

Friday, Feb. 14 | 12:58 p.m. | Information | Wyndham Lawn
Several students were setting up a table with a supply of beer on Wyndham lawn. The students were advised and dispersed.

Saturday, Feb. 15 | 12:30 a.m. | Alcohol | Denbigh
BMC EMS checked an intoxicated student and determined they could remain in their room for the night.

Saturday, Feb. 15 | 8 p.m. | Medical | Rhoads North
A student, who complained of illness, was transported to the ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital. 

Sunday, Feb. 16 | 2 a.m. | Medical | Erdman Hall
A student, who complained of illness, was transported to the ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital. 

Sunday, Feb. 16 | 11: p.m. | Medical | Denbigh Hall
A student, who complained of illness, was transported to the ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital. 

Sunday, Feb. 16 | 10:11 a.m. | Odor | Erdman Hall
Officers responded to Erdman Hall on the report of an odor from the radiator. Items stored on the radiator caused a slight odor. The officers were unable to detect any other odor.

There were no other significant incidents to report.


½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Campus Safety
Feb. 3 through 9, 2020

Posted Monday, Feb. 10, 2020.

Tuesday, Feb. 4 | 10:39 a.m. | Odor | Dalton Hall
Officers responded to Dalton Hall on the report of an odor of natural gas. Investigation determined the odor was from a College vehicle running outside of the building.

Tuesday, Feb. 4 | 3:38 p.m. | Dangerous Condition | Rhoads Hall
Officers responded to Rhoads on the report that students were seen on the roof of Rhoads Hall. There was no one present upon the arrival of the officers.

Tuesday, Feb. 4 | 8:45 p.m. | Odor | Erdman Hall
Officers responded to Erdman Hall on the report of an odor. The area was checked; the officers were unable to detect an odor.

Wednesday, Feb. 5 | 2:21 a.m. | Intrusion Alarm | Benham Gateway
Officers responded to Benham Gateway on the report of an intrusion alarm. Officers conducted an interior security checked. The building was found to be secure.

Wednesday, Feb. 5 | 9:53 p.m. | Odor | Pembroke West
Officers responded to Pembroke West on the report of an odor of marijuana. Officers detected an odor but were unable to determine the source.

Thursday, Feb. 6 | 7:52 a.m. | Medical Transport | Erdman Hall
A student was transported to ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital for evaluation and treatment.

Thursday, Feb. 6 | 6:39 p.m. | Facilities Incident | Carpenter Library
Officers responded to Carpenter Library on the report of someone stuck in the elevator. Officers were able to get the elevator door open. Facilities Services notified and the elevator placed out of order until repairs are made.

Friday, Feb. 7 | 9:59 a.m. | Medical Response | Canaday Library
A staff member was transported to ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital by Narberth Ambulance for evaluation and treatment.

Friday, Feb. 7 | 9:55 p.m. | Odor | Brecon Hall
Officers responded to Brecon Hall on the report of an odor of marijuana. The Officers were unable to locate the source.

Saturday, Feb. 8 | 11:05 a.m. | Odor | Erdman Hall
Officers responded to Erdman Hall on the report of an odor of marijuana. The Officers detected the odor but were unable to locate the source.

Saturday, Feb. 8 | 6 p.m. | Odor | Denbigh Hall
Officers responded to Denbigh Hall on the report of an odor of marijuana. The Officers detected the odor but were unable to locate the source.

Sunday, Feb. 9 | 1:15 a.m. | Alcohol | New Dorm
Officers responded to New Dorm on the report of an ill student in the dining hall. The student, who appeared to be under the influence of alcohol, was transported by Lyft to her off-campus residence.

Sunday, Feb. 9 | 2:23 a.m. | Odor | Radnor Hall
Officers responded to Radnor Hall on the report of an odor of marijuana. Officers detected the odor but were unable to locate the source.

There were no other significant incidents to report.


½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Campus Safety
Jan. 27 through Feb. 2, 2020

Posted Monday, Feb. 10, 2020.

Monday, Jan. 27 | 3:48 p.m.  | Alarm | Wyndham House
Officers responded to Wyndham House on the report of an alarm activation. Investigation determined the alarm was caused by paint fumes and dust from contractors working.

Tuesday, Jan. 28 | 3:45 p.m.  | Alarm | Wyndham House
Officers responded to Wyndham House on the report of an alarm activation. The alarm was caused by a missing sensor.

Tuesday, Jan. 28 | 8 p.m.  | Odor | Erdman Hall
Officers responded to Erdman Hall on the report of a foul odor. All areas of the building checked but nothing found. 

Wednesday, Jan. 29 | 3:18 p.m.  | Assistance | Carpenter Library
Officers responded to Carpenter Library on the report that a student was stuck in the elevator. The student had gotten out of the elevator prior to the Officers arrival. Facilities Services notified.

Thursday, Jan. 30 | 1:57 p.m.  | Medical Transport | Rhoads Hall
A student was transported to ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital for evaluation and treatment.

Thursday, Jan. 30 | 8:44 p.m.  | Medical Transport | Pembroke West
A student was transported to ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Hospital for evaluation and treatment.

Friday, Jan. 31 | 1:16 a.m.  | Disturbance | Merion Avenue
Officers responded to Merion Avenue by Rockefeller Hall on the report of a disturbance. Lower Merion Police were on scene.

There were no other significant incidents to report.


½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Campus Safety
Dec. 30, 2019, through Jan. 26, 2020

Posted Monday, Jan. 27, 2020.

Tuesday, Dec. 24 | 11:49 a.m. | Theft | Rhoads North/South
Resident students report the theft of items left in a pantry refrigerator and items left in a first floor bathroom.

Wednesday, Dec. 25 | 12:03 a.m. | Information | ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï
Campus Safety Dispatch received a telephone call regarding a student.

Thursday, Jan. 2 | 8:10 p.m. | Facilities Notification | New Dorm 
While on patrol, a Campus Safety Officer observed a pressure gauge illuminated on a commercial kitchen appliance. Unit was turned off; Facilities Services notified.

Tuesday, Jan. 7 | 1:34 p.m. | Property Damage | Rugby Field
While on patrol, a Campus Safety Officer observed roof damage on a storage shed located on the rugby field at the Graduate School of Social Work. Information forwarded to Facilities Services.

Tuesday, Jan. 7 | 8:45 p.m. | Odor | Rhoads North
Officers responded to Rhoads North on the report of an odor of marijuana. The officers were unable to determine the source of the odor.

Saturday, Jan. 11 | 4:22 p.m. | Facilities Notification | Campus Center
Notification made to Facilities Services regarding a plumbing problem in the Campus Center.

Sunday, Jan. 12 | 4:33 a.m. | Property Damage | Merion Ave.
A crosswalk sign on Merion Ave. was found damaged.

Sunday, Jan. 12 | 3:15 p.m. | Fire Alarm | Park Science
Officers responded to the Park Science Building on the report of a fire alarm. All fire panels were showing a normal reading. Information forwarded to Facilities Services.

Monday, Jan. 20 | 9 a.m. | Information | Rhoads North
A resident student reports someone entered her unlocked room between the hours of 11 p.m.,  Jan. 19, and 4 a.m., Jan. 20, and left an item on her bureau.

Monday, Jan. 20 | 10:56 p.m. | Odor | Rockefeller Hall
Officers responded to Rockefeller Hall on the report of an odor of marijuana. The officers were unable to detect any odor.

Tuesday, Jan. 21 | 3:30 p.m. | Medical | Taylor Hall
Officers assisted a student with an injury. The student was transported to her residence hall.

Wednesday, Jan. 22 | 10:11 a.m. | Vehicle Boot | Rhoads Drive
A vehicle was booted on Rhoads Drive when it was found to have numerous unpaid parking citations.

Friday, Jan. 24 | 4:53 p.m. | Odor | Rockefeller Hall
Officers responded to Rockefeller Hall on the report of an odor of marijuana. The Officers were unable to detect any odor.

Saturday, Jan. 25 | 1:44 p.m. | Odor | Brecon Hall
Officers responded to Brecon Hall on the report of an odor of marijuana. The Officers were unable to detect any odor.

There were no other significant incidents to report.

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Phone: (610) 526-7911

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