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 February 26–March 3, 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 February 26–March 3, 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 |
02/26/24 |
4:24 PM |
3925 Walnut St |
Unknown offender hit complainant in the face |
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03/03/24 |
7:03 PM |
4249 Walnut St |
Simple assault |
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Bike Theft |
02/08/24 |
11:57 AM |
4255 Sansom St |
Secured bicycle stolen from side of property |
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02/29/24 |
2:25 PM |
3100 Ludlow St |
Theft of secured bicycle |
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Disorderly Conduct |
02/26/24 |
10:10 PM |
215 S 33rd St |
Known offender fist fighting/arrest |
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Other Offense |
02/26/24 |
5:24 AM |
3401 Grays Ferry Avenue |
Vehicle taken from highway/arrest |
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02/26/24 |
7:20 PM |
3900 Walnut St |
Confidential |
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Retail Theft |
02/26/24 |
3:57 AM |
3604 Chestnut St |
Two packs of cigarettes taken from behind counter |
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02/26/24 |
4:17 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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02/26/24 |
6:13 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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02/26/24 |
7:19 PM |
129 S 30th St |
Retail theft of consumable goods |
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02/27/24 |
7:40 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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03/02/24 |
7:18 PM |
20 S 40th St |
Retail theft of consumable goods |
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Robbery |
02/28/24 |
5:24 PM |
3401 Chestnut St |
Attempted knife-point robbery of consumable goods from grocery store |
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Theft from Building |
02/26/24 |
4:16 PM |
4111 Walnut |
Amazon package taken |
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02/26/24 |
4:40 PM |
219 S 33rd St |
Various items taken from wrestling locker room |
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02/27/24 |
10:09 AM |
211 S 40th St |
Diamond ring taken from dorm room |
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02/27/24 |
5:50 PM |
4247 Locust St |
Package taken from mailroom |
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02/28/24 |
10:33 AM |
4247 Locust St |
Package taken from mailroom |
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02/28/24 |
4:06 PM |
3501 Sansom St |
Theft of items from a lost wallet inside of building |
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02/28/24 |
9:49 PM |
3300 Market St |
Theft of headphones from library |
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03/01/24 |
10:44 AM |
3200 Chestnut St |
Theft of package from lobby |
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03/01/24 |
11:16 AM |
329 S 42nd St |
Package taken from lobby |
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03/01/24 |
5:12 PM |
3400 Civic Center Blvd |
Credit cards taken and used without authorization |
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03/02/24 |
12:58 PM |
119 S 31st St |
Theft of consumable goods from building |
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Theft from Vehicle |
02/29/24 |
3:28 PM |
3737 Market St |
Theft of items from vehicle |
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Theft Other |
02/26/24 |
3:21 PM |
3900 Delancey St |
Secured scooter taken from bike rack |
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02/28/24 |
10:17 AM |
3400 Civic Center Blvd |
Secured scooter taken from bike rack |
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03/03/24 |
8:25 AM |
3335 Woodland Walk |
Secured scooter taken from bike rack |
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Vandalism |
02/28/24 |
10:50 PM |
1 Convention Ave |
Vehicle scratched and tires flattened |
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03/02/24 |
9:36 PM |
4037 Pine St |
Graffiti spray painted on wall |
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 with 0 arrests were reported for February 26–March 3, 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 |
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Assault |
02/28/24 |
8:00 AM |
4700 Kingsessing Ave |
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02/29/24 |
9:45 AM |
4334 Pine Street |
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03/02/24 |
5:49 PM |
4628 Spruce Street |
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03/03/24 |
7:03 PM |
4249 Walnut Street |
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Robbery |
02/28/24 |
5:28 PM |
3400 Market 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.