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