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 17-23, 2024. 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 17-23, 2024. 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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Aggravated Assault |
06/20/24 |
10:16 PM |
129 S 30th St |
Unknown offender attacks complainant with pepper spray and fist |
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Aggravated Assault/Gun |
06/17/24 |
3:57 PM |
4000 Market St |
Complainant was struck by gunfire on highway by unknown offenders |
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Auto Theft |
06/18/24 |
4:35 PM |
3000 Walnut St |
Attempted theft of two parked vehicles |
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06/22/24 |
5:49 AM |
4100 Pine St |
Theft of vehicle from highway |
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Bike Theft |
06/18/24 |
6:15 PM |
3400 Civic Center Blvd |
Theft of a secured bike from bike rack |
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Fraud |
06/19/24 |
1:07 PM |
3720 Chestnut St |
Unauthorized charges made on credit card |
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06/21/24 |
7:04 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Unknown offender defrauded complainant of cash |
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06/21/24 |
3:30 PM |
3816 Chestnut St |
Theft of wallet/credit card used |
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Other Assault |
06/22/24 |
8:37 PM |
119 S 31st St |
Telephonic threats to harm the RP |
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Other Offense |
06/23/24
|
7:21 AM |
4100 Chestnut St |
Warrant/Arrest |
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Retail Theft |
06/17/24 |
12:08 PM |
3925 Walnut St |
Retail theft |
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06/19/24 |
2:13 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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06/19/24 |
7:02 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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06/20/24 |
8:44 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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06/21/24 |
5:58 PM |
3744 Spruce St |
Retail theft |
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06/23/24 |
5:28 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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Theft from Building |
06/17/24 |
8:42 AM |
51 N 39th St |
Currency taken from purse |
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06/17/24 |
8:13 PM |
3701 Walnut St |
Wallet and keys taken from locker |
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06/18/24 |
1:52 PM |
3611 Walnut St |
Theft of personal property at restaurant |
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06/20/24 |
2:06 PM |
256 S 37th St |
Computer hardware taken from reception desk |
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06/20/24 |
2:48 PM |
3620 Hamilton Walk |
Headphones taken from desk |
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Theft from Vehicle |
06/19/24 |
9:13 AM |
4030 Irving St |
License plate taken from vehicle |
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06/20/24 |
1:25 PM |
3800 Spruce St |
Theft of tools from vehicle |
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06/21/24 |
9:35 AM |
4247 Locust St |
Theft from vehicle |
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Theft Other |
06/22/24 |
4:25 PM |
1 Convention Ave |
Attempt scooter theft/Arrest |
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Vandalism |
06/20/24 |
10:12 AM |
4001 Walnut St |
Attempted automobile theft |
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06/22/24 |
8:17 AM |
3600 Sansom St |
Front passenger vehicle broken |
Philadelphia Police 18th District
Schuylkill River to 49th Street & Market Street to Woodland Avenue
Below are the Crimes Against Persons from the 18th District: 8 incidents were reported for June 17-23, 2024 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 |
|
Aggravated Assault |
06/17/24 |
3:57 PM |
4010 Market St |
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06/20/24 |
11:01 PM |
129 S 30th St |
|
Assault |
06/19/24 |
2:31 PM |
214 Buckingham Place |
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Robbery |
06/18/24 |
7:04 AM |
S 46th & Chestnut Sts |
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Robbery/Arrest |
06/23/24 |
3:48 AM |
4900 Baltimore Ave |
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06/23/24 |
3:48 AM |
4900 Baltimore Ave |
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06/23/24 |
3:48 AM |
4900 Baltimore Ave |
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06/23/24 |
3:48 AM |
4900 Baltimore 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.