Department of Public Safety

Public Safety Notice - Columbus - February 19, 2019

Dear Ohio State Community Member:

You are receiving this notice because a crime has occurred that is considered to be of a concern and/or a continuing threat to the campus community.

The purpose of this message is to heighten your safety awareness by providing community members with information necessary to take appropriate precautions, enable you to take actions to help increase your safety, and to aid in the prevention of similar crimes.

Public Safety Notice For:
Residence Halls
Date:
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Alert Code:
2019-01
The following crime occurred in:
Residence Halls

The Ohio State University Police Division (OSUPD) has identified a crime trend in residence halls defined as burglary by Clery Act guidelines. OSUPD is actively investigating five burglaries from unlocked, unattended residence hall rooms in Blackburn, Houston, Nosker and Taylor.

The crimes occurred between February 8 and February 18. Incidents are reported to have occurred during varied times. Items stolen include electronics and gaming systems, cash and credit cards.

A photo of the suspect is included below. OSUPD continues to investigate and anyone with information related to these crimes, or the suspect’s identity, is encouraged to call University Police at 614-292-2121.

 

man with coat and bookbag entering building

Do not leave valuables unattended and remember to lock your residence hall doors. For those living off-campus, always remember to lock your doors and windows. Do not let unknown persons into residence halls and report suspicious behavior or missing property to police (safety tips). Record serial numbers from electronics and if you notice items missing when you return, report crimes to law enforcement immediately.

Victims are never at fault when crimes occur. We remind you to increase your overall safety by being cautious and looking out for one another; being aware of your surroundings and looking assertive; walking with a trusted friend or co-worker, when possible; if a situation makes you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, choose an alternative. Utilize transportation services, when possible, and take advantage of our additional safety resources, such as the Student Safety Service Safe Ride program: https://dps.osu.edu/safe-ride

Anyone with information concerning this crime should contact either the University Police, 614-292-2121 or Columbus Police, 614-645-4545. You may also report information anonymously to the Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-TIPS or the University Crime Stoppers Tips line at 614-247-TIPS.

For information about safety on Ohio State's campus visit the following links:

For information about crime off campus, review the Columbus Police website. Helpful links are listed as: Crime Information, Crime Prevention, Offense Reports, and Media Releases.

This Public Safety Notice is issued in compliance with the "Timely Warning" provisions of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998. 34 CFR 668.46(e)