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Emergencies 215-573-3333 / 511 (campus phone)
General Information 215-898-7297
DPS Headquarters
4040 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Special Notice - Traffic Advisory

Presidential Debate

The City of Philadelphia is preparing to host the U.S. presidential debate, which will take place at 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at the National Constitution Center (NCC) at 6th and Arch Streets. Although this event is not being held near our campus, it is a high-profile event with national focus.  There will be traffic, transit, and other effects on our greater Philadelphia community. In preparation for the event, the City has released road closures, parking restrictions, and
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Special Notices.

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Email Scam Warning

There have been reports of a variation on a sextortion email scam being sent to Penn affiliates. Please ignore should you receive this type of message.

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“[DPS] helped create an environment where I’m proud to work, feel safe to work – long past regular work hours and feel a real sense of community with our police department.  I’ve been on this campus for over 30 years and I’ve personally witnessed the respectful engagements.”
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Penn Staff Member

DPS By the Numbers.

+4500
Walking Escorts Annually
+100k
Calls for service processed annually
182
DPS Employees
+650
Security Officers
+700
Bluelight Emergency Phones
+1250
Jumpstarts Annually

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