UPennAlert

Retail Robbery

On Saturday, October 5, Penn Police responded to a report of a retail robbery at the Old Nelson Food Market in the 100 block of S. 30th Street. Upon arrival, police discovered that the suspects assaulted an employee before running from the store on foot.
The two suspects were described as between the ages of 15 to 18 years of age, the first was described as a Black male, dark complected, 5’5”-5’6” tall, wearing all black clothing, an Under Armour branded shirt, a black hooded sweatshirt, and durag, possibly carrying a firearm. The second was described as a Black male with long braids, wearing green sweatpants, and a gray and white hooded sweatshirt, black sneakers, and carrying a multicolored backpack. They fled southbound on 30th Street towards Walnut Street.

Police and Security are patrolling the area.

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UPDATE: All clear in the area of 30th and Chestnut Street. You may resume usual activity. Police and security are patrolling the area.

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UPennAlert: Retail Robbery in the area of 30th and Chestnut Street (Old Nelson’s Market). Increased police activity in the area. Police on scene, use caution, avoid the immediate area.

The suspects are described as:

1. 15 to 18 year old Black male, dark complected, 5’5”-5’6” tall, wearing all black clothing, an under armour shirt,  a black hooded sweatshirt and durag, possibly carrying a firearm.

2. 15 to 18 year old Black male with long braids, wearing green sweatpants, and a gray and white hooded sweatshirt, black sneakers, and carrying a multicolored backpack.

The suspects were last seen heading southbound on 30th Street towards Walnut 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).
  • Only carry necessary documents.
  • Keep your valuables out of sight.
  • Be respectful of those involved in the incident.
  • If you believe you see the described suspect, do not engage – call 215-573-3333.
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The Division of Public Safety will continue to ensure the highest level of safety and security for our community.

Emergencies 215-573-3333 / 511 (campus phone)
General Information 215-898-7297
Special Services 215-898-4481 (215-898-6600 off-hours)
HELP Line 215-898-HELP (4357)
DPS Headquarters 4040 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Update UPennAlert Info PennGuardian Registration
Walking Escort 215-898-WALK (9255)
Penn Transit Ride 215-898-RIDE (7433)
08/29/2024

PennReady Event: Protecting Communities Through Resilience and Relationships

You are invited! Join us on Friday, September 27th as Public Safety provides a day of activities on safety, preparedness, and community risk reduction along with our many campus partners!

The PennReady event will begin with a Speaker Series on Community Risk Reduction (CCR) from 10am-11:30am, followed by a Health and Safety Fair from 11:30am-2:30pm. The Safety Fair will include a test of the UPennAlert emergency notification system at 11:30am, followed by a special side-by-side burn demonstration at 12:30pm which will show the speed and power of a residential fire, along with the impact of fire sprinklers.

First responders will be on site to share education on CPR and stop-the-bleed first aid, free food and giveaways, as well as many  partners on hand to share safety and wellness information with the community. Participants and supporters include the Penn Vet Working Dog Center, Penn Dining, MERT, Penn’s Office of Risk Management, the Philadelphia Fire Department, The National Fire Sprinkler Association, and many, many more!

Registration is required for the CCR Speaker Series event, REGISTER HERE!

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PennReady | Protecting Communities Through Resilience and Relationships

Speaker Series – 30-60-90: Three presentations on Community Risk Reduction

10am to 11:30am – Steinhardt Hall (Hillel) 215 S. 39th Street

Registration required:  REGISTER HERE

 

Presentations on Community Risk Reduction (CRR) by leaders from Philadelphia FBI, FM Global Insurance Company and the City of Philadelphia Office of Emergency Management (OEM). Join us for a lecture series, 90 minutes of ideas about CRR for the prevention and mitigation of crisis events. Community Risk Reduction (CRR) is a strategic process that aims to identify and prioritize local risks within a community. This enables the integrated and intentional investment of resources to reduce the occurrence and impact of these risks.*

Jeffrey Hunter, Supervisory Special Agent, Federal Bureau of Investigation

FBI Cyber Threat Landscape

The FBI’s cyber mission is to impose costs on our cyber adversaries through our unique authorities and world-class investigative capabilities.  The success of that mission depends on partnerships—those we have with law enforcement and intelligence agencies worldwide and those we have and continue to build with the private sector. 

10:00 – 10:30 am

Jessica Waters, VP, Manager, Climate and Structural Resilience, FM

CRR and Climate Change: Navigating changing climate risks through innovative risk identification and mitigation solutions

10:30 – 11:00 am

Angel Roebuck, Deputy Director, Philadelphia OEM

Are You Ready? Developing strategies for enhancing personal and organizational emergency preparedness

Disasters impact thousands every day, leaving communities with lasting impacts. Knowing your local hazards and having a coordinated plan fosters Community Risk Reduction. Preparedness is everyone’s responsibility!

11:00 – 11:30 am

*Community Risk Reduction (fema.gov)

Health and Safety Fair

11:30am to 2:30pm – Field at 39th and Locust Walks, 3901 Locust Walk

 

Schedule of Events:

11:30am – Penn Dining Firehouse Chili Cook Off competition begins – free samples, vote for your favorite!

11:30am – Annual test of the UPennAlert and PennSOS outdoor siren system

12:05pm – CPR/AED/STB Awareness and Instruction with special surprise guests!

12:30pm – Controlled Burn Demonstration – view the power and speed of a residential fire and the impact of fire sprinklers

2:00pm – Firehouse Chili Cook Off- Chef awards!

2:30pm – Event concludes

The safety fair will include free food, information tables and many useful giveaways and opportunities to ask questions of the many resources available to our community.

Organizations attending the fair include:

DPS

MERT

Penn Risk Management and Insurance

Penn Facilities and Real Estate Services

Penn Environmental Health and Radiation Safety

Penn Vet Working Dog

Penn Wellness

Penn Sustainability

Penn Mission Continuity Program

Philadelphia Fire Prevention

Philadelphia EMS

Philadelphia OEM

AlliedUniversal

University City District

Graham Company

Aon

AXA XL

AIG

Zurich

FM Global

Conner Strong & Buckelew

Cardiac Science/Zoll

JCSS

Student Intervention Services

Philadelphia oTIS

Penn Off-Campus Housing

Penn Trauma

Penn Oncology

Thank you to all of our partners who work with us to ensure the safety and security of our community everyday!

 

 

 

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