Fires!

COMMUNITY ADVISORY

Date: September 14, 2012

 

 

The Scranton Fire Department has responded to a series of small fires in neighborhoods surrounding the University.

On September 14, 2012, at 1:15 a.m., Scranton Fire Department and University Police responded to a garbage can fire in the 400 block of Mahon Court then at 5:00 a.m. for wood smoldering on a porch in the 300 block of Taylor Avenue. There were similar occurrences on September 1, 2012, in the 400 block of, Buenzli Court, Kellum Court and Farber Court. Each incident has occurred during overnight hours in secluded areas between Vine Street and Mulberry Street.   

Each of these fires could potentially have spread to a structure. University Police advice students, especially those who live off-campus, to remain vigilant and immediately report anything suspicious by phoning University Police at (570) 941-7777 or by calling 911.

If anyone witnessed any of these incidents, or has any relevant information, contact University Police at (570) 941-7888 or Scranton Fire Department Fire Inspection and Prevention at (570) 348-4164. Information may also be provided confidentially using the University Police Silent Witness link at: www.scranton.edu/silentwitness 

University Police and Scranton Police continue to patrol all areas surrounding the campus.

Community Advisories are provided to inform students and employees of incidents that could represent a threat and will remain posted for 72 hours. You are reminded to take appropriate and prudent precautions by being aware of your surroundings, walk in groups and remain in lighted areas at night. University Police provide 24-hour walking escorts on- and off-campus. The Royal Ride is also available and operates every weekend in the Hill Section and through Downtown Scranton.

Kicked

University Police learned today that the Scranton Police are investigating a robbery that occurred on September 14, 2012, at approximately 3:00 a.m. A University student reported to Scranton Police that she was walking east on Vine Street when she noticed someone behind her as if she were being followed. When she got to the corner of Clay Avenue she was pushed to the ground, kicked and her iPhone was taken from her hand. The student sustained no visible injuries and was escorted home by friends. The suspect was described as a male wearing dark pants and a blue hooded sweatshirt, last seen running east on Vine Street. If anyone witnessed this incident, or can identify a suspect please contact the Scranton Police at 348-4141. Information may also be provided confidentially using the University Police Silent Witness link at: www.scranton.edu/silentwitness The University Police and the Scranton Police continue to patrol all areas surrounding the campus. Community Advisories are provided to inform students and employees of incidents that could represent a threat and will remain posted for 72 hours. You are reminded to take appropriate and prudent precautions by being aware of your surroundings, walk in groups and remain in lighted areas at night. The University Police provide 24-hour walking escorts on- and off-campus. The Royal Ride is also available and operates every weekend in the Hill Section and through Downtown Scranton.

COMMUNITY ADVISORY UPDATE Date: August 31, 2012 On August 28, 2012, you received a Community Advisory from University Police regarding a robbery that occurred on Mulberry Street and Monroe Avenue. A University employee reported she left the DeNaples Center and was walking west on Mulberry Street when a male ran up and grabbed her cell phone from her hand. Included in this update is a photograph of the suspect. The suspect was described by the victim as a dark skinned male, possibly Hispanic in his twenties, approximately 5’7” wearing dark clothing and a dark hat with white lettering on the hat and shirt. The suspect was last seen running eastbound on Mulberry Street towards Quincy Avenue. If this individual or any person matching this description is seen, contact University Police "immediately" at our emergency number, (570) 941-7777. Information may also be provided confidentially using the University Police Silent Witness link at: www.scranton.edu/silentwitness

Take Precautions!

COMMUNITY ADVISORY

Date: February 16, 2010

The Department of Public Safety was notified of a burglary that occurred on February 16, 2010, involving a University student.

At approximately 8:30 a.m., two unknown males entered a student’s off-campus apartment in the 400 block of Monroe Avenue. The suspects gained entry into an apartment, bound and gagged the resident, and stole personal property and cash. The student was not otherwise injured.

The first suspect is described as a white male approximately 6’2 wearing a dark colored hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans or sweat pants. The second suspect is described as a white male wearing a gray or white hooded sweatshirt. Both males covered their faces and wore black knit gloves.

The Scranton Police Department is investigating this incident.

If anyone has information about this incident, please contact the Scranton Police Department at 348-4141 or University Public Safety at 941-7888. Information may also be provided confidentially using Public Safety Silent Witness link at http://matrix.scranton.edu/resources/re_silent_witness.shtml

All members of the University community are reminded to take prudent precautions for their personal safety. Public Safety reminds the University community to secure all entrances to residences and windows at all times.

ScranBarre wrote in 2006
As far as crime is concerned, the Hill Section has made a 360-degree turnaround from where it was as recently as the mid-1990s. Just a decade ago, local news stations would practically set up overnight camp in the Hill Section and then wait for a gunshot or for police sirens to have ammo for their 11 PM top stories! However, aggressive, random police saturation patrols cleaned 90% of the rifraff out of the Hill Section in seemingly just a few months. Since then, reinvestment has been occurring in the Hill Section, as people feel safe enough again to move back into this neighborhood and are starting to rehabilitate these older showplace homes. In the past 2-3 years alone, the Hill Section has become home to two upscale new townhome complexes, and an old mill that has been converted into loft apartments. Judging by the luxury cars that abounded during my walk through the neighborhood yesterday, I'd have to say that the neighborhood has definitely gone from being a slum to being largely white-collar.

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