Weekly Crime Reports
Division of Public Safety
University of Pennsylvania Police Department Crime Report
About the Crime Report: Below are the Crimes Against Persons and/or Crimes Against Property from the campus report for May 19-25, 2025. The Crime Reports are available at: https://almanac.upenn.edu/sections/crimes. Prior weeks’ reports are also online. –Eds.
This summary is prepared by the Division of Public Safety (DPS) and contains all criminal incidents reported and made known to the Penn Police, including those reported to the Philadelphia Police Department (PPD) that occurred within our patrol zone, for the dates of May 19-25, 2025. The Penn Police actively patrol from Market Street to Baltimore Avenue and from 30th Street to 43rd Street in conjunction with the Philadelphia Police.
In this effort to provide you with a thorough and accurate report on public safety concerns, we hope that your increased awareness will lessen the opportunity for crime. For any concerns or suggestions regarding this report, please call DPS at (215) 898-7297. You may view the daily crime log on the DPS website.
Penn Police Patrol Zone
Market Street to Baltimore Avenue and from 30th Street to 43rd Street
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Crime Category |
Date |
Time |
Location |
Description |
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Auto Theft |
05/20/25 |
9:20 PM |
3400 Civic Center Blvd |
Secured scooter stolen from bike racks |
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05/21/25 |
1:53 PM |
3702 Spruce St |
Secured scooter taken from bike rack |
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05/22/25 |
4:21 PM |
4000 Market St |
Secured electric bike stolen from 4000 Market St |
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05/25/25 |
12:52 PM |
3701 Walnut St |
Secured scooter taken from bike racks |
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Burglary |
05/20/25 |
12:16 PM |
3627 Locust Walk |
Bike taken from basement |
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Disorderly Conduct |
05/24/25 |
9:26 PM |
4001 Walnut St |
Offender cited for disorderly conduct |
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Retail Theft |
05/19/25 |
10:04 AM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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05/19/25 |
7:39 PM |
3925 Walnut St |
Retail theft of cosmetics |
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05/20/25 |
10:54 AM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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05/20/25 |
12:12 PM |
3330 Market St |
Retail theft of consumable goods |
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05/21/25 |
6:46 PM |
3744 Spruce St |
Retail theft of consumable goods |
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05/22/25 |
2:47 PM |
3330 Market St |
Retail theft of consumable goods |
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05/22/25 |
4:38 PM |
3330 Market St |
Retail theft of consumable goods |
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05/24/25 |
3:45 AM |
3744 Spruce St |
Retail theft of consumable goods |
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05/25/25 |
7:00 AM |
3330 Market St |
Retail theft of consumable goods |
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05/25/25 |
11:03 AM |
3330 Market St |
Retail theft of consumable goods |
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05/25/25 |
2:28 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol/Arrest |
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05/25/25 |
3:26 PM |
3440 Market St |
Retail theft of consumable goods |
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Theft from Vehicle |
05/19/25 |
5:57 PM |
200 St Marks Sq |
Items taken from glove compartment and middle console |
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Theft Other |
05/19/25 |
4:53 PM |
3600 Walnut St |
Unknown offender took complainant’s keys and fled the area |
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05/24/25 |
1:47 PM |
3260 South St |
Theft of wallet from inside of purse |
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Vandalism |
05/21/25 |
10:40 PM |
3535 Market St |
Unknown offender cut u-lock off secured scooter |
Philadelphia Police 18th District
Schuylkill River to 49th Street & Market Street to Woodland Avenue
Below are the Crimes Against Persons from the 18th District: 2 incidents were reported for May 19-25, 2025 by the 18th District, covering the Schuylkill River to 49th Street & Market Street to Woodland Avenue.
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Crime Category |
Date |
Time |
Location |
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Aggravated Assault |
05/25/25 |
2:06 AM |
4300 Blk Chester Ave |
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Robbery |
05/24/25 |
5:14 PM |
S 48th St & Woodland Ave |
The Division of Public Safety offers resources and support to the Penn community. DPS developed a few helpful risk reduction strategies outlined below. Know that it is never the fault of the person impacted (victim/survivor) by crime.
- See something concerning? Connect with Penn Public Safety 24/7 at (215) -573-3333.
- Worried about a friend’s or colleague’s mental or physical health? Get 24/7 connection to appropriate resources at (215) 898-HELP (4357).
- Seeking support after experiencing a crime? Call Special Services - Support and Advocacy resources at (215) 898-4481 or email an advocate at specialservices@publicsafety.upenn.edu
- Use the Walking Escort and Riding services available to you free of charge.
- Take a moment to update your cellphone information for the UPennAlert Emergency Notification System
- Download the Penn Guardian App which can help Police better find your location when you call in an emergency.
- Access free self-empowerment and defense courses through Penn DPS.
- Stay alert and reduce distractions; using cellphones, ear buds, etc. may limit your awareness.
- Orient yourself to your surroundings. (Identify your location, nearby exits, etc.)
- Keep your valuables out of sight and only carry necessary documents.