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 June 16-22, 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 June 16-22, 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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Assault |
06/21/25 |
6:41 PM |
3900 Spruce St |
Domestic simple assault |
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Auto Theft |
06/16/25 |
5:03 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Theft of a secured scooter from bike racks in garage |
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06/17/25 |
5:47 PM |
3400 Spruce St |
Theft of secured electric scooter from bike rack |
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06/18/25 |
1:40 AM |
3820 Locust Walk |
Theft of a secured scooter from bike racks |
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06/20/25 |
1:24 PM |
3420 Walnut St |
Theft of a secured electric scooter from bike racks |
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06/20/25 |
4:17 PM |
3701 Walnut St |
Theft of electric scooter from the bike rack outside of Pottruck Gym |
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Bike Theft |
06/19/25 |
6:35 PM |
3620 Hamilton Walk |
Theft of a secured bicycle from outside of building |
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Other Offense |
06/18/25 |
12:46 PM |
3600 Sansom St |
Warrant Arrest by detectives |
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Retail Theft |
06/16/25 |
9:19 AM |
3604 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of consumable goods |
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06/17/25 |
8:03 AM |
3330 Market St |
Retail theft of consumable goods/Arrest |
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06/19/25 |
2:05 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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06/20/25 |
9:51 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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06/21/25 |
11:16 AM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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06/21/25 |
6:00 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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Theft from Building |
06/16/25 |
3:39 PM |
3816 Chestnut St |
Package theft from apartment building’s mailroom |
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06/21/25 |
1:08 PM |
233 S 33rd St |
Theft of a backpack inside Franklin Field |
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06/21/25 |
2:01 PM |
233 S 33rd St |
Theft of a backpack inside Franklin Field |
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06/22/25 |
4:33 PM |
233 S 33rd St |
Theft of a backpack from base of stairwell |
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Theft of Vehicle |
06/17/25 |
6:47 AM |
699 Hollenback Dr |
Theft of registration and insurance cards from vehicle |
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Theft Other |
06/21/25 |
2:17 PM |
233 S 33rd St |
Theft of backpack from inside Franklin Field |
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06/21/25 |
8:33 PM |
4001 Baltimore Ave |
Package theft from complainant’s porch |
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06/21/25 |
7:11 PM |
3100 Walnut St |
Theft of a backpack from Penn Park during track meet |
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06/22/25 |
12:38 PM |
3800 Chestnut St |
Theft of a wallet from outdoor café area |
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06/22/25 |
3:26 PM |
233 S 33rd St |
Theft of a backpack from building |
Philadelphia Police 18th District
Schuylkill River to 49th Street & Market Street to Woodland Avenue
Below are the Crimes Against Persons from the 18th District: 5 incidents were reported for June 16-22, 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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Assault |
06/16/25 |
4:26 PM |
4806 Market St |
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06/16/25 |
8:46 PM |
4510 Linmore Ave |
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06/18/25 |
10:51 AM |
4857 Chestnut St |
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06/20/25 |
8:55 PM |
4600 Blk Walnut St |
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06/21/25 |
11:51 AM |
S 47th St & Chestnut 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.