Tagged: Safety

Since launching the Community Crime Map in Spring 2022, The Ohio State University has continued to refine the customized crime reporting tool. 

New this fall, the map is pre-programmed to show reports from the most recent 7-day period – rather than 30 days – for crimes occurring within a one-mile radius. The preset map now also shows more crime categories – including auto theft – along with aggravated assault, residential burglary, robbery of an individual and more.

Safety is top of mind as we begin another academic year. Ohio State is committed to supporting a safe and inclusive campus. Our team from the Department of Public Safety includes a police division, non-sworn security officers, an emergency dispatch center and many layers of security technology. We also have important partnerships with local law enforcement agencies like the Columbus Division of Police which help us extend safety resources into off-campus neighborhoods.

The Ohio State University Police Division is here to help. Please stop by and say hello when our officers hand out free coffee in the Ohio Union Great Hall, August 22 through August 26.

Our goal is to interact with the campus community, hear safety concerns and answer questions. Officers will be handing out coffee and chatting with campus community members Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursday, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Aug 22-Aug. 26).

Our officers are committed to building relationships of trust – one cup of coffee at a time!

10TV published a story on Ohio State's Community Crime Map, which was initially launched in March 2022.

The Community Crime Map consists of statistics from the Columbus Division of Police (CPD) and shows off-campus crime reports. Ohio State has preprogrammed the map to a one-mile radius to include the crime reports from the most recent 7-day period. The default crime categories are pre-determined by Lexis Nexis. Additional features available include the ability to:

ABC6 and Fox 28 was on campus as students began moving into residence halls. The media outlet noted that safety was top-of-mind for parents and students.

Ohio State public safety director Monica Moll cited extra patrols, lights, cameras and a Community Crime Map among the many safety resources available.

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Theft of Hyundai and Kia model vehicles has been on the rise in Columbus and nationally. Specifically, models that use an inserted key instead of push button ignition are being targeted by thieves as easier to steal.

One possible deterrent to auto theft is a physical anti-theft steering lock (like the Club) on the steering wheel of your vehicle. While Kia and Hyundai vehicles are being targeted, any vehicle can be stolen or targeted. Additional steps to prevent theft include:

Serve your community by joining the Department of Public Safety as a Campus Service Officer. Earn $13/hour by performing in-vehicle safety patrols both on- and off-campus. Campus Service Officers add another layer to support police, Ohio State security, and other safety resources. Interested students should apply online.

Apply Online: https://dps.osu.edu/jobs

As published by The Lantern, crimes committed in the off-campus area fell to its lowest number in over 10 years during the first five months of 2022.

As reported by NBC4i, new safety measures are in place on and around the campus of The Ohio State University.

Crews are in the process of installing surveillance cameras at the vehicle and pedestrian entrances and exits of every parking garage on campus.

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Kristina M. Johnson, president of The Ohio State University, reminded the campus community to use the Community Crime Map tool to help stay aware of major crime in the off-campus area.

In her latest Health, Safety and Well-being Update video, Johnson said the decision to focus on the comprehensive map came after talking with students, parents and public safety experts.