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  • Police Make Arrests Related to Residence Hall Burglaries

    Dan Hedman | October 31, 2024
    The Ohio State University Police Division (OSUPD) has arrested three suspects for burglary in relation to the October 28, 2024 Public Safety Notice that alerted the community about five burglaries, four of which occurred inside campus residence halls. All three suspects are juveniles, and they are not Ohio State community members, meaning they are not students, faculty or staff. The investigation...
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  • Behind the Badge: Officer Adrienne Ward

    Brooke MckIvergan | October 28, 2024
    Name? Rank? Adrienne Ward, Officer How long have you been with OSUPD? Three years Where are you from and how does that help shape who you are today? I was born in Lorain, Ohio up by Lake Erie which is a pretty diverse city. I went to Clearview High School with kids from all different backgrounds. I'd say growing up in Lorain allowed me to experience the world from many points of view which in turn...
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  • Jeffrey Named Chief of The Ohio State University Police Division

    Dan Hedman | October 24, 2024
    The Ohio State University Police Division (OSUPD) has named Dennis Jeffrey chief of police, effective November 1. “Dennis has three decades of law enforcement experience and has worked in support of Ohio State’s community for a majority of his career, both with OSUPD and in various roles while at Columbus Police,” said Monica Moll, associate vice president of Ohio State’s Department of Public...
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  • Deputy Chief Whiteside Featured on City of Ohio State Podcast

    Brooke MckIvergan | September 26, 2024
    With more than100,000 fans and visitors flocking to Ohio Stadium for each home game, the Office of Administration and Planning (A&P) works tirelessly behind-the-scenes to support the Department of Athletics and provide a safe, fan-friendly environment. Find out what it takes to host the Best Fans in the Land at the Shoe. View video transcript here: https://ap.osu.edu/sites/default/files/documents...
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  • Behind the Badge: Lieutenant Bruce Allen

    Brooke MckIvergan | September 24, 2024
    Name? Rank? Bruce Allen, Lieutenant How long have you been with OSUPD? Eight years. Where are you from and how does that help shape who you are today? I was born and raised in Columbus, OH. I attended Northland High School, which was very diverse. I think growing up around people from different backgrounds has helped me connect with all kinds of people and be a better police officer. What inspired...
    Lt. Bruce Allen with text Behind the Badge

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