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Robbery no Weapon

UPDATE: All clear in the 4000 block of Baltimore Ave. Police and Allied Security patrolling the area. You may resume normal activity.

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UPennAlert: Robbery no weapon in the 4000 block of Baltimore Ave. Increased police activity in the area. Police on scene, use caution, avoid the immediate area.

The suspect is described as black female approximately 40-45 years of age, 5’4″ to 5’7″ in height, wearing a blue short sleeve shirt and red sweat pants.

The suspects were last seen heading westbound on Woodland Walk.

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The Division of Public Safety has developed a few helpful risk reduction strategies outlined below. Know that it is never the fault of the person impacted (victim/survivor) by crime.

  • Stay out of immediate area.
  • Stay alert and reduce distractions; using cellphones, ear buds, etc. may limit your awareness.
  • Orient yourself to your surroundings. (Identify your location, nearby exits, etc.)
  • Utilize 24/7/365 Walking Escort services (215-898-WALK/9255).
  • Only carry necessary documents.
  • Keep your valuables out of sight.
  • Be respectful of those involved in the incident.
  • If you believe you see the described suspect, do not engage – call 215-573-3333.
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The Division of Public Safety will continue to ensure the highest level of safety and security for our community.

Emergencies 215-573-3333 / 511 (campus phone)
General Information 215-898-7297
Special Services 215-898-4481 (215-898-6600 off-hours)
HELP Line 215-898-HELP (4357)
DPS Headquarters 4040 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Walking Escort 215-898-WALK (9255)
Penn Transit Ride 215-898-RIDE (7433)
07/13/2012

DPS & Philly FD Team up For Fire Safety and EPrep Month

Public Safety and the Philadelphia Fire Department held the annual Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness Day as a part of the national campaign for campus fire safety and emergency preparedness.

From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m, personnel from the PFD, along with Penn’s Fire and Emergency Services, were at intersections across campus distributing safety literature and answering safety questions.

In addition, the PFD’s Fire Safety Trailer, used to promote home fire safety awareness, was on College Green for tours by students, faculty, staff and visitors.

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