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 January 15-21, 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 January 15-21, 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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Assault |
01/15/24 |
2:36 PM |
200 S 40th St |
Complainant slapped in the face by an unknown offender |
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Auto Theft |
01/21/24 |
12:27 PM |
3600 Spruce St |
Auto stolen after it was left running and unattended |
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Disorderly Conduct |
01/19/24 |
9:34 AM |
3737 Market St |
Offender arrested for trespass and disorderly conduct |
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Harassment |
01/17/24 |
2:52 PM |
3450 Hamilton Walk |
Unknown offender made several harassing phone calls |
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Retail Theft |
01/15/24 |
6:48 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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01/18/24 |
10:07 AM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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01/19/24 |
3:17 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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01/21/24 |
11:24 AM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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Theft from Building |
01/17/24 |
9:34 AM |
3400 Spruce St |
Communication cables and fire alarm cables taken |
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01/18/24 |
3:15 PM |
3701 Walnut St |
Backpack taken from locker |
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Theft Other |
01/15/24 |
2:54 PM |
3700 Spruce St |
Secured scooter stolen from the Upper Quad |
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01/17/24 |
4:23 PM |
3820 Locust Walk |
Package taken |
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01/17/24 |
7:21 PM |
3900 Walnut St |
Secured scooter taken from bike rack |
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01/17/24 |
7:34 PM |
3900 Walnut St |
Secured scooter taken from bike rack |
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01/18/24 |
2:07 PM |
3120 Market St |
Secured scooter taken from bike rack |
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01/21/24 |
10:42 AM |
126 S 39th St |
Several unsecured packages taken from front of building |
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01/21/24 |
6:50 PM |
4028 Market St |
Unsecured package stolen from in front of building |
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01/21/24 |
8:30 PM |
3333 Walnut St |
Secured scooter taken from bike rack |
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 with 1 arrest were reported for January 15-21, 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/Arrest |
01/15/24 |
12:54 PM |
4520 Walnut St |
|
Assault |
01/15/24 |
3:06 PM |
230 S. 40th Street |
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.