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Jill Smith

Feb. 2

3:34 p.m.

Sigma Phi Epsilon house

A person reported unwanted sexual contact with another individual while intoxicated.

Feb. 9

8:58 p.m.

Expo Center

A person under the age of 21 was found to be in possession of a concealed weapon.

Feb. 10

3:50 p.m.

Franklin Hall

A person reported an unknown individual entered the common area without permission.

Inactive/suspended pending other evidence

Feb. 11

8:47 p.m.

Regents Hall

A person was found to be in possession of marijuana and was referred for administrative action under Title IX, Student Affairs, Housing.

Feb 11

12:47 p.m.

White Hall lot

An unknown person punctured a vehicle tire with a knife.

Inactive / Investigation Suspended Pending Other Evidence

Feb 13

6:04 p.m.

College Courts

A person under the age of 21 was in possession of alcohol, which was provided by another individual who is over 21 years old. They were referred for administrative action.

Feb. 13

7 p.m.

Hester Hall

Two people damaged property belonging to another person. Referred for administrative action (Title IX, Student Affairs, Housing)

Feb. 10

11:26 p.m.

Franklin Hall

An unknown person stole a fire extinguisher. This case is still open.

Feb. 14

Noon

Sigma Phi Epsilon house

A person received an unwanted gift from an unknown individual, resulting in causing alarm. No criminal reports have been received as of Feb. 28, 2024.

Feb. 22

5:20 p.m.

Hart Hall

A person sent money to another individual on social media due to extortion. This case is still open.

Feb. 22

6:20 p.m.

Stewart Stadium

A person reported their electric scooter was stolen.

Referred for administrative action (Title IX, Student Affairs, Housing)

Feb. 23

7:22 a.m.

Residential Circle

A person was found to be under 21 years old and in possession of alcohol. A citation was issued.

Feb. 23

11:17 a.m.

Hart Hall

A person reported items stolen by another known individual. Referred for administrative action (Title IX, Student Affairs, Housing)

Feb. 24

4:27 a.m.

Alpha Tau Omega house

Three people  damaged  a window with a pellet rifle. A person near the window was struck by a pellet. They were charged with criminal mischief, assault and wanton endangerment. 

Feb. 26

8:40 p.m.

Expo Center

A juvenile forged a signature on a document. No criminal complaint received. 

Feb. 26

11:05 a.m.

Curris Center

A department on campus received a hoax email. The matter was referred to another police agency. 

Feb. 24

2:30 a.m.

White Hall lot

A person was being followed by another individual. No criminal complaint received. 

Feb. 27

2:44 p.m.

General Services

An unknown person stole money from a drawer.

Feb. 27

5:33 p.m.

Outside Carr Hall

A juvenile was trespassing on campus, resisted being detained, and was disorderly in public. A citation was issued.

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Caroline Blakeman
Caroline Blakeman, Assistant News Editor
Caroline Blakeman is a sophomore pursuing a bachelor of arts in journalism. She is also an honors student. In her free time, she loves listening to classic rock, reading or taking naps.
Jill Smith
Jill Smith, Co-Editor In Chief/News Editor
Jillian Smith is Co-EIC and News Editor at The News. Smith is a graduate student pursuing a Masters of Science in Mass Communications with a concentration in Public Relations. Smith is also a Graduate Assistant in Student Affairs. Beyond working and class, Smith enjoys reading, coffee, and listening to music.

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