Penn Public Safety

Exercise caution over the next few days-winter weather and extreme low temperatures are expected throughout the Philly region. As always, Public Safety is here for you 24/7. Should you experience a fire, medical, or police emergency, call us at 215-573-3333. Stay safe and warm!

Traffic Advisory: Spruce Street closures August 19th to 21st, and Friday August 23rd: publicsafety.upenn.edu/news/traffic-a…

Scam warning: Learn about the threat of financial sextortion scams aimed at teens at onlinesafety.com or by viewing this article from 6ABC news: What is financial sextortion? Urgent warning about threat preying upon teens | Investigation 6abc.com/post/financial…

Penn Police warns those in the College Green Encampment to disperse immediately. If you do not take your belongings and leave within two minutes, you will be considered a defiant trespasser and will be arrested. If you leave now, you will not be arrested.

Get where you are going SAFELY! 🤝 Drivers, remember that at some point in the day, EVERYONE is a pedestrian. 🚶🚶‍♀️ More tips here: NHTSA.gov/Pedestrians

Learn more about today’s eclipse @Penn_Today! And remember, stay safe, do not look directly at the sun unless you have specialized eye protection!

The daily crime log for the Penn Patrol Zone is always available on our website: #crime-log" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">publicsafety.upenn.edu/clery/#crime-l… and for review in person at DPS HQ (24/7/365).

Wishing a happy retirement to our friends at All Season Cleaners! You are an important part of our 40th Street Family 💐

It was our pleasure to host @PPDCommish and our campus law enforcement partners today. Thank you for your fellowship!

Penn DPS offers walking escort services to all members of the community! Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Call 215-898-9255(WALK) to request a walking escort.

Traveling for Spring Break? Register for special property checks on our website! Remember to close and lock all doors and windows before you leave and arrange for packages to be delivered to a secure location. Happy Spring Break!

Download Penn Guardian today from the App Store or Google Play! All information provided by you is 100% optional and is only seen when you call 215-573-3333 for assistance. #upenn #personalsafety

The University will be opening at 10 a.m. today, February 13, due to inclement weather. Classes scheduled to start before 10 a.m. are cancelled. Classes scheduled to start at or after 10 a.m. will be held. publicsafety.upenn.edu

It’s time for a study break, Quakers! Join us tonight at Houston Hall for hot chocolate and treats, giveaways and more! Friday, December 15th at 7pm. We'll see you there!

Traffic and transit advisory: demonstration activity impacting traffic on Spring Garden Bridge.   conta.cc/3teSdpR

Studying late at Van Pelt for finals? Use our walk back program when you’re heading home! Penn DPS also offers walking escorts year-round, 24 hours a day. To request a walking escort, please call 215-898-9255(WALK) or ask any Public Safety Officer on patrol. #finals

We have seen an increase in package thefts from porches due to the holiday season. Please utilize Amazon lockers or other methods to keep your packages safe! @PennDPS @DrexelDPS @PPD18Dist @PPD16Dist

The  SEPTA Police Union voted to strike effective this evening. Multiple law enforcement and community outreach agencies throughout the region will be assisting SEPTA in responding to emergencies throughout the transit system.

Exercise care when riding bikes, scooters, and other micromobility devices, especially at night. Always follow the rules of the road! And, be sure to secure properly when you reach your destination.

Making time for study breaks, Quakers? Join us this Friday at Houston Hall for hot chocolate and treats, giveaways and more! Friday, December 15th at 7pm. We'll see you there!