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 October 28-November 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 October 28-November 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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Arson |
11/01/24 |
2:33 AM |
4033 Pine St |
Smoke bomb ignited inside of the living room/common area; no injuries were reported. PFD fire marshall processed and released the scene |
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Assault |
10/28/24 |
5:38 PM |
3800 Walnut St |
A group of unknown juveniles struck complainant in the face with a closed fist |
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10/28/24 |
5:41 PM |
3600 Sansom St |
A group of unknown juveniles struck complainant in the face |
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10/28/24 |
6:12 PM |
3600 Sansom St |
Unknown juvenile offender struck complainant in the face |
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10/29/24 |
1:18 PM |
3400 Spruce St |
Unknown offenders spit in complainant’s face |
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10/29/24 |
9:00 PM |
3900 Chestnut St |
Domestic incident |
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10/30/24 |
12:08 PM |
3200 Chestnut St |
Complainant struck in face by unknown offender |
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11/01/24 |
8:34 AM |
3600 Market St |
Complainant struck in the head by an unknown offender who fled the area; no injuries reported |
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Auto Theft |
11/01/24 |
11:53 AM |
3925 Walnut St |
Theft of a secured motorized scooter from rack |
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11/02/24 |
5:31 PM |
233 S 33rd St |
Theft of a secured motorized scooter from bike rack |
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Bike Theft |
10/29/24 |
6:15 AM |
200 S 40th St |
Unsecured Penn Security bicycle taken from side of building |
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10/31/24 |
6:41 PM |
3401 Civic Center Blvd |
Secured bike taken |
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Burglary |
11/02/24 |
11:18 AM |
140 S 36th St |
A burglary of currency from safe was discovered; no force was used |
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Fraud |
10/31/24 |
8:02 PM |
3925 Walnut St |
Fraudulent wire transfer made to unknown offender |
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Harassment |
10/30/24 |
11:07 AM |
3700 Walnut St |
Known offender continues to harass complainant |
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Other Assault |
10/29/24 |
4:08 PM |
3604 Chestnut St |
Unknown offender made threats toward complainant |
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Retail Theft |
10/28/24 |
8:20 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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10/28/24 |
8:30 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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10/31/24 |
5:16 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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11/03/24 |
6:03 PM |
4233 Chestnut St |
Retail theft of alcohol |
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Sex Offense |
10/29/24 |
7:18 PM |
Locust Walk |
Confidential |
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11/03/24 |
11:09 AM |
Spruce St |
Confidential |
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Theft From Building |
10/28/24 |
9:12 AM |
215 S 39th St |
Currency taken from complainant’s bag |
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11/03/24 |
6:31 PM |
3908 Spruce St |
Theft of a mounted elk decoration from living room |
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Theft from Vehicle |
10/28/24 |
4:25 PM |
3400 Civic Center Blvd |
iPhone charger cord taken from vehicle |
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10/30/24 |
8:59 AM |
300 St Marks Sq |
Theft of a license plate from vehicle |
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Theft Other |
10/29/24 |
11:14 AM |
3400 Chestnut St |
Power generator taken from construction site |
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11/01/24 |
7:22 PM |
4005 Baltimore Ave |
Black purse left on porch taken |
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Vandalism |
10/29/24 |
10:21 AM |
3501 Sansom St |
Graffiti written with white marker found outside of gate; FRES notified for removal |
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11/02/24 |
4:40 PM |
3100 Walnut St |
A sign by the Paley Foot Bridge was vandalized in blue marker; FRES notified for removal |
Philadelphia Police 18th District
Schuylkill River to 49th Street & Market Street to Woodland Avenue
Below are the Crimes Against Persons from the 18th District: 10 incidents were reported for October 28-November 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 |
10/28/24 |
7:01 PM |
3800 Walnut St |
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10/28/24 |
7:01 PM |
3600 Sansom St |
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10/28/24 |
7:31 PM |
3600 Sansom St |
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10/29/24 |
4:50 PM |
3604 Chestnut St |
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10/29/24 |
9:11 PM |
3900 Chestnut St |
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10/30/24 |
1:27 PM |
3200 Chestnut St |
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10/30/24 |
1:45 PM |
4806 Market St |
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10/31/24 |
12:03 AM |
4511 Walnut St |
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Robbery |
10/30/24 |
7:52 AM |
S 46th & Chestnut Sts |
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Robbery/Arrest |
11/01/24 |
11:13 AM |
4000 Market St |
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.