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Bike Team Rides for Charity
August 12th, 2024
Team Penn Public Safety completed the 65-mile Ben to the Shore annual bike ride in July. Friends from departments across the University, including University Communications, Government and Community Affairs, and…
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Saying Goodbye to K9 Officer Zzisa
July 23rd, 2024
We are saddened to announce the passing of K9 Officer Zzisa, who served as an ordnance detection dog with the University of Pennsylvania Police Department (UPPD) from September 2014 to…
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CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER – National Night Out
July 22nd, 2024
Stop by and visit with us! There will be giveaways, food, and fun for everyone! August 6, 2024 4:30 pm – 8:30pm 4040 Chestnut Street and at 40th and…
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Traffic Advisory: Spruce Street Closure for Move-In
July 2nd, 2024
As the University welcomes back our students for the fall semester, there will be several closures of Spruce Street to safely facilitate student move-in. Monday, August 19th and Tuesday, August…
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Honoring K9 Zzisa for 10 years of Dedicated Service to the Community
June 28th, 2024
We celebrate K9 Zzisa as she officially retires from law enforcement this week. Friends and family of Zzisa gathered at DPS HQ to provide well-wishes and celebrate with a party…
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SEPTA Trolley Blitz – 7/12 to 7/29
June 24th, 2024
The annual SEPTA Trolley Blitz will begin Friday, July 12th at 10 pm and end Monday, July 29th at 6 am. Beginning Friday, July 12 at 10 pm and continuing…
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Congratulations to Officer Matthew Keller and K9 Officer Toby
May 14th, 2024
Congratulations to Officer Matthew Keller and K9 Officer Toby! Toby recently graduated from the PennVet Working Dog Center’s scent detection class and has become a certified ordnance detection canine. Welcome…
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Walk Back Program – Reading Days and Finals
April 29th, 2024
DPS offers walking escort services 24/7/365 within the Penn Patrol zone. Call 215-898-WALK(9255) anytime to request an escort. We encourage you to use this free service provided for your safety and…
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Traffic & Transit Advisory from Penn Public Safety: Penn Relays
April 26th, 2024
The Penn Relays Carnival will be held from April 23rd to April 27th at Franklin Field (200 South 33rd Street) Expect heavy traffic volume and delays around Franklin Field (233…
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Safety and Wellness Resources
April 22nd, 2024
A reminder of your safety & wellness resources at Penn. Public Safety Resources Emergency Contact Information If you should have any concerns or see someone exhibiting suspicious behavior, call the…