Tagged: Safety

Specturm News recently told the story of an Ohio State student-athlete's parents who were targeted by scammers. Police nationwide have seen an uptick in "spoofing" where scammers spoof a local police phone number on the victim's caller ID, like OSUPD's 614-292-2121, and demand money.

"We would never call or cold call someone asking for cash or a gift card," said OSUPD Lieutenant Bruce Allen. "If someone does fall victim to this scam they should report it."

Every year during the second week of April during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, we honor telecommunications personnel working in the public safety community.

As the weather warms up, we’re asking everyone to look out for their fellow Buckeyes. Your safety is our top priority, and we all play a part in promoting a safe campus environment when traveling to class and work.

The Lantern recently published an article about Ohio's new distracted driving law. Beginning April 4, distracted driving was promoted to a primary offense in the State of Ohio. If police see you texting and driving on, or after, April 4 they will have the discretion to pull drivers over for violations. This law, a part of Senate Bill 288, aims to crack down on the amount of crashes and deaths that are caused by distracted driving.

The Lantern recently wrote about how campus surveillance cameras are a helpful tool in deterring and investigating crime.

As reported by the outlet, with the help of security cameras in Scott House, the University Police division identified and soon after arrested the man who broke into the residence hall.

The Ohio State University Police Division recognized several officers and members of the community with its 2022 Annual Award ceremony on Friday, March 10, 2023.

“This is a celebration for us to recognize great quality performance from our officers,” Deputy Chief Eric Whiteside said.

Ohio State News headed door-to-door with Ohio State University Police Division officers, Columbus Police, the university's Office of Student Life Willie J. Young and Sr. Off-Campus and Commuter Student Engagement department for a neighborhood safety walk. The safety team made their way through the University District in an effort to provide residents with helpful safety tips and information to help secure their homes while they're away on spring break. 

Before you travel for spring break, be sure to take items of value home, including money, credit cards and ID’s. Record serial numbers of your devices. Lock all doors and windows. Students can obtain free safety devices for their homes, including window and door alarms as well as light timers. Disconnect electrical extensions. If something is missing when you return, alert the police immediately.

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The Lantern published a story summarizing the many resources in place at Ohio State to prepare for, and respond to, potential active threats to campus. The Ohio State University Police Division and its officers train countless hours to be prepared for emergency situations and active aggressors. In the wake of the tragedy at Michigan State, The Lantern shared information about how Ohio State Emergency Management uses Buckeye Alerts to notify the campus when it needs to take immediate action to remain safe.

The Lantern published a story summarizing the many resources in place at Ohio State to prepare for, and respond to, potential active threats to campus. The Ohio State University Police Division and its officers train countless hours to be prepared for emergency situations and active aggressors. In the wake of the tragedy at Michigan State, The Lantern shared information about how Ohio State Emergency Management uses Buckeye Alerts to notify the campus when it needs to take immediate action to remain safe.