UPennAlert

Assault

Update: All clear in the area of 3400 Market Street. You may resume usual activity.

UPennAlert: Assault in the 3400 block of Market Street. Increased police activity in the area. Police on scene, use caution, avoid the immediate area.

The suspects are described as:

1. Black female 5’3”, thin build, wearing a white tank top

2. Black female, blue hair, wearing a pink shirt

3. Black male, wearing a white tank top

Last seen running eastbound on Market Street.

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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).
Be respectful of those involved in the incident.
If you believe you see the described suspect, do not engage – call 215-573-3333.

Traffic Advisory: Spruce Street Closure for Move-In

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 20th
- Spruce Street closed between 34th and 38th Streets from 7:30am – 5:00pm
Wednesday, August 21st
- Spruce Street closed between 34th and 38th Streets from 7:30am – 3:00pm
Friday, August 23rd
- Spruce Street closed between 38th and 40th Streets from 7:30am – 5:00pm

Visitors to the Penn Vet Ryan Veterinary Hospital provided access via 38th or 40th as needed.

UPPD Officers will be on scene directing traffic throughout Move-in.

Expect an increase in traffic and delays in the area.

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