Results of Community Survey on Body Worn Cameras

June 1, 2018

The Syracuse University Department of Public Safety (DPS) officers have been equipped with Body Worn Cameras (BWCs) since October of 2015. The department’s goal is to establish a model program, utilizing best practices to be shared with other law enforcement partners, and to continue to improve community relations and professional standards within the department. As…

Public Safety Update: Robbery

May 14, 2018

On Sunday, May 13, 2018, at approximately 11:15 p.m., a student reported, while walking in the 900 block of Comstock Avenue, they were approached by three unknown males. One of the males displayed what appeared to be a grey handgun and demanded the student’s property. The student gave the males their backpack, wallet, and cellphone…

Public Safety Notice: Robbery

May 13, 2018

On Sunday, May 13, 2018 at approximately 11:15 p.m., DPS received a report of a robbery that occurred in the 900 block of Comstock Avenue near Oakwood Cemetery. The Syracuse Police Department and the Department of Public Safety are on the scene and investigating this incident. We ask that you stay away from the area,…

Associate Chief Sardino Receives Award from the Central New York Chiefs of Police Association

May 1, 2018

Last night, Associate Chief John Sardino, received the Law Enforcement Commendation Award from the Central New York Chiefs of Police Association. Below you will find the nomination that was submitted which lead to Associate Chief Sardino receiving this award: Associate Chief John Sardino has a record of superior operational management of the patrol, investigations, crime prevention, and…

DPS Residential Security Aid Receives Award from the Office of Residence Life

April 29, 2018

Earlier this month, Jason Smyth, Residential Security Aid (RSA), posted at Watson Hall, received a Spotlight of the Year Award on behalf of the Office of Residence Life. This award recognizes an outstanding person who is NOT a member of the Office of Residence Life including, but not limited to a DPS Officer, faculty/staff member, food service personnel,…

Message from DPS Chief Bobby Maldonado

April 22, 2018

Dear Campus Community, I’m writing to provide an update on the investigation of the Theta Tau fraternity and its members. Since Wednesday my office, in conjunction with Student Affairs, investigated and filed complaints against 18 individuals, all of whom were present at the sponsored event. Our investigation is ongoing and others may be implicated in…

Department of Public Safety Offers Tips to Motorists, Pedestrians for Staying Safe on Campus Roads

April 10, 2018

Every day, thousands of motorists, including buses and construction vehicles and pedestrians operate in the University community. The Department of Public Safety (DPS) offers some tips for keeping safe on the roads, whether you’re driving or walking to your destination around campus. To see these tips, visit news.syr.edu…

Message from Tony Callisto, Chief Law Enforcement Officer

April 5, 2018

Dear Students, Faculty, and Staff: Earlier this evening, a local media outlet published a story about an incident involving a now former Syracuse University student. Several law enforcement agencies identified that student as posing a potential threat to public safety. When the University learned about the situation, the student was already out of the country…

Four Questions About Drone Use on Campus

March 30, 2018

Syracuse University has instituted guidelines regarding the use of drones on campus. These guidelines were established to help the University community operate drones safely, responsibly, and legally. We recently turned to Michaele DeHart, director of Risk Management, for answers on some commonly asked questions. For more information about drone use on campus, visit http://riskmanagement.syr.edu/policies-and-procedures/drones/. To see…

Public Safety Update: Stabbing

March 25, 2018

On Sunday, March 25, 2018, at 3:21 a.m., the Department of Public Safety, along with the Syracuse Police Department, responded to a report of a stabbing incident at 710 Euclid Ave. One victim, a non-university affiliate, was injured. There is no suspect information available at this time. If anyone has any information regarding this incident or…

Public Safety Notice: Stabbing

March 25, 2018

On Sunday, March 25th, 2018 at approximately 3:32 a.m., DPS received a report of a stabbing that occurred at 710 Euclid Avenue. The Syracuse Police Department and the Department of Public Safety are on the scene and investigating this incident. We ask that you stay away from the area, at this time and that you…

Text SUSafe to 444-999 to Download Important University Contacts

March 21, 2018

The Divisions of Campus Safety and Emergency Services and Enrollment and the Student Experience are piloting a new initiative to make storing relevant campus safety information on your cell phone easier. Tomorrow, you will receive a text message to your cell phone with a link to download contact cards that contain information for the following…

DPS Pie-in-the-Face for Charity!

March 21, 2018

As part of diversity week, the Syracuse University Student Association and the Syracuse University Department of Public Safety (DPS) have teamed up to bring you DPS Pie-in-the-Face for Charity! For $2, you can pie a DPS officer in the face! All proceeds benefit the Dunbar Center, a community organization dedicated to fighting poverty and inequality. Join us next Tuesday,…

CPR Trainings for Campus Community

March 5, 2018

Syracuse University Ambulance (SUA) and Fire and Life Safety Services are partnering to offer CPR training for students, faculty and staff. Individuals interested in the training have the option of two classes. They can register for class on Monday, March 12, from 8:30-11:30 a.m. or Monday, March 26, from 1:30-4:30 p.m. Both classes will take…

Important Message from DPS Chief Bobby Maldonado

October 19, 2017

Dear Students, Faculty and Staff: Syracuse University’s Department of Public Safety (DPS) takes the safety and security of our campus community very seriously. As part of our continuous efforts to educate the campus community on crime prevention and emergency preparedness, we encourage you to review our ‘Run. Hide. Fight.’ video. The ‘Run. Hide. Fight.’ model…

2017 Annual Security Report Now Available

September 29, 2017

The 2017 version of Your Safety and Security at Syracuse University is now available on our website. This report documents the past three calendar years’ information about select campus crimes, including statistics, and detail the school’s security policies and procedures…

What is Orange Alert?

August 21, 2017

Orange Alert is Syracuse University’s crisis notification system. Watch this short video to learn more. For more information, including frequently asked questions, visit the Orange Alert page on our website…

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