On Sunday, September 27, 2020 at approximately 2:02 a.m., DPS received a report of a robbery that occurred at the intersection of Ostrom Ave and Clarendon Street. 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 call DPS at 315.443.2224, should you have information regarding this incident. More information to follow.
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Public Safety Update: Alleged Incident Determined to be False Report
On Friday, Sept. 25, 2020, at approximately 12:53 a.m., a 911 caller reported being threatened by a man with a weapon in Oakwood Cemetery. The Syracuse Police Department (SPD) requested the assistance of the Department of Public Safety to secure the perimeter while a search was conducted. Upon further investigation, SPD determined the 911 caller falsely reported the allegations, concluding that no incident ever actually occurred.
This public safety information is issued for your safety in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act.
Public Safety Notice Incident
On Friday, September 25th, 2020 at approximately 1:17am, Syracuse Police have resolved the incident that occurred at Oakwood Cemetery. There is no threat to the University community.
Public Safety Notice Incident
On Friday, September 25th, 2020 at approximately 12:53am, Syracuse Police Department is investigating an incident that occurred at 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, at this time and that you call DPS at 315.443.2224, should you have information regarding this incident. More information to follow.
Seeking Nominations for Student of Color Advisory Committee
The University is seeking student nominations for the Student of Color Advisory Committee that will collaborate with the Department of Public Safety (DPS). This committee, which originated in fall 2018 with the idea of bringing together students, DPS members and other campus community members to focus on integrating public safety with quality of life matters, will provide feedback on such important matters as safety, late-night transportation and DPS intervention, among other topics.
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