Former SU student Jacob Cohen pleads guilty to rape, 'attempted sex abuse' of 2 students
Cohen will go to jail for six months following his sentencing set for March of 2023, but until then will remain free on bail. Read more »
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Common Council approves Restore New York Communities Initiatives application
The initiative provides funding to revitalize commercial and residential properties. Read more »
Examining DPS' yearly campus security report
SU’s Department of Public Safety published its 2022 campus security report in line with the Jeanne Clery Act, which mandates yearly crime data reporting. Read more »
DPS officers worry about community safety under current work schedule
Of the 38 burglaries that occurred around campus since the end of August, 13 occurred between 3 a.m. and 7 a.m. when only one shift of officers is on duty. Read more »
Amir Gethers attends Common Council meeting following arrest last week
Gethers introduced three pieces of legislation that were passed and held one for a future meeting. Read more »
Common Councilor Amir Gethers arrested following domestic violence call
Gethers was booked at 5:10 p.m. and charged with criminal obstruction of breathing and second-degree harassment. Read more »
Experts share ways to protect off-campus housing in wake of robberies
With 41 residential burglaries on the east side since August and 23 in the area east of SU, DPS Chief Craig Stone is encouraging proactive measures. Read more »
Students, faculty share their thoughts on new campus safety app Orange Safe
Orange Safe provides students, faculty and staff a number of tools to stay connected and receive important campus notifications, communicate with campus safety and get access to resources needed the most. Read more »
Authorities find no credible threat from Warehouse fire poster
The poster was a part of a class assignment and wasn't meant to be posted publicly. The student responsible for the poster was referred to the Office of Community Standards. Read more »
Students discuss accommodations for passengers with disabilities at Hancock Airport
While some students with disabilities said the airport sufficiently catered to their needs, others claimed the mechanisms in place need to be improved. Read more »
DPS reports early morning break-in at Haven Hall
DPS responded to Haven Hall at approximately 3:45 a.m. Wednesday morning after two male suspects entered the building illegally. Read more »
Man struck, killed on motorized bike outside Shaw Hall
In the Syracuse Police Department’s statement, Lt. Matthew Malinowski said the man was pronounced dead at Upstate Hospital following the collision. Read more »
Bouncer shot near Orange Crate Brewing Co., expected to survive
DPS is advising people to stay away from the area at this time. SPD and DPS are both investigating the incident. Read more »
Students need to recognize the importance of DPS
The recent rise in crime on and near Syracuse University’s campus has negatively impacted students and the surrounding community, illustrating the need for a mutually positive relationship between the Department of Public Safety, students and the larger community. Read more »
Richard Shoff named 1st deputy chief, Julie Shulsky as deputy chief
Richard Shoff, currently a deputy chief of Syracuse Police Department, will become the next first deputy chief. Captain Julie Shulsky has been appointed as a deputy chief. Read more »
DPS reports 12 burglaries near SU campus since April 16
Five burglaries have recently occurred in off-campus neighborhoods, according to a Department of Public Safety email Sunday evening. Read more »
Students should be vigilant, utilize SU’s resources to stay safe
Students can control their own actions to avoid dangerous situations, and they should be vigilant and aware to protect themselves. Read more »
DPS, SPD investigating 7 off-campus burglaries reported in April
Syracuse University’s Department of Public Safety and the Syracuse Police Department are investigating several burglaries in off-campus neighborhoods. Read more »
Armed man barricades himself in convenience store on Westcott Street
A man barricaded himself inside Pop Shop on the 500 block of Westcott Street on Sunday night. Read more »
DPS investigating anti-LGBTQ+ language near Lancaster and Euclid avenues
Craig Stone said the department along with on- and off-campus partners are investigating the incident. Read more »
Thornden Park Association reflects on park’s image, attempt to shift narrative
Miranda Hine said the image of the park among the local community has improved because of the efforts of the Thornden Park Association, specifically in being able to rekindle the joy that Hine wants the park to provide. Read more »
DPS investigating anti-Buddhist comments on Discord
DPS said it has already conducted multiple interviews in addition to contacting the reporting party for further details. Read more »
Residents of Aspen Syracuse frustrated about living conditions
Aspen Syracuse residents complained about crime, violence and maintenance issues for months, but are now starting to take action. Read more »
County sheriff's deputy shoots son, wife in suspected murder-suicide
The mother of SUNY-ESF student Troy Eames, who was killed Monday, told investigators her husband — a deputy of Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office — was responsible for the shooting at their home in Clay, New York. Read more »
