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  • Neighborhood Safety Notice: August 25, 2021

    August 25, 2021
    We are sharing the below information on behalf of the Columbus Division of Police for a crime that occurred in the off-campus area.On 8/25/2021, at 2:08 a.m., officers were dispatched to Indianola Ave and Woodruff Ave for a robbery report. An Ohio State student was walking with some friends when two suspects suddenly appeared, pointed a gun and demanded his valuables. The student reported that he...
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  • Ohio State Holding Coffee with a Cop Events to Connect with University Community

    August 25, 2021
    Ohio State University Police are hosting a community event this week to connect with students. OSU Police officers are taking part in a series of Coffee with a Cop events. Students can stop by the student union for a free beverage and a chance to discuss campus safety. OSU Police Officer Tom Shankle said the events are about building trust between the department and the university commun...
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  • Neighborhood Safety Notice: August 23, 2021

    August 23, 2021
    We are sharing the below information on behalf of the Columbus Division of Police for a crime that occurred in the off-campus area.On 8/23/2021, at 2:28 a.m., Officers responded to a reported robbery attempt. An Ohio State student was approached by two suspects when walking on N. High St at Northwood Ave. One suspect pointed a gun and demanded the victim’s property. The victim turned and ran. The...
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  • Neighborhood Safety Notice – August 22, 2021

    August 22, 2021
    We are sharing the below information on behalf of the Columbus Division of Police for crimes that occurred in the off-campus area.On 8/21/2021, at approximately 11:07 p.m., Columbus Police responded to a robbery and carjacking near Indianola Ave. and E. Woodruff Ave. Two Ohio State students reported that they were standing in a parking lot when a white SUV approached, and multiple suspects exited...
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  • Stay Safe, Buckeyes

    August 20, 2021
    Welcome back, Buckeyes. Safety has many different meanings, from physical security to a sense of belonging. At Ohio State, the Department of Public Safety and its police division are committed to supporting all students, faculty and staff. Ohio State’s police and security are here to help, and the university offers many resources to enhance your safety and well-being.Every person plays a role in ...
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