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DECEMBER 10, 2011
The Lehigh University Police Department, in conjunction with the Bethlehem Police Department, is continuing the investigation of an alleged assault/robbery of a male student that occurred at approximately 2:40 a.m. Friday, December 9, 2011 in the area of Morton Street.
According to the Bethlehem Police Department, the victim got into a vehicle after it stopped and the individuals inside the car asked him if he needed a ride. The student accepted the offer, mistakenly recognizing them as his friends. The individuals in the car reportedly drove the victim to a secluded area, where they struck him several times and caused minor injuries. The student was treated on the scene for multiple injuries, but refused additional medical attention. The suspects took cash, jewelry and a phone. No description of either the suspects or the vehicle was given.
Anyone with information should contact the Bethlehem Police Department at 610-865-7187 or the Lehigh University Police Department at 610-758-4200.
Please report any suspicious activity to the police. It is also important that you continue to be vigilant in regard to your safety, and to take basic precautions, such as walking in well-lit areas and not walking alone at night.
Regardless of where you live, secure all doors and windows and keep your residence locked at all times.
Additionally, make sure to remember to utilize the Escort Service by calling 610-758-1111 or use the Take a Ride Around Campus Safely (TRACS) service when traveling on campus at night.
Chief Ed Shupp
Lehigh University Police Department
DECEMBER 9, 2011
At approximately 1:00 a.m. on the morning of Friday, December 9th, there was an attempted robbery of a student by two unknown males in the area of Morton and New Streets. The suspects asked for money. Whem the victim did not respond, they struck him on the side of the face. The was no weapon displayed. No items were taken, but the student sustained minor injuries, for which he refused treatment.
The investigation of this incident is being led by the Bethlehem Police Department, with assistance from the Lehigh University Police Department.
Anyone with information should contact the Bethlehem Police Department at 610-865-7187 or the Lehigh University Police Department at 610-758-4200.
Please report any suspicious activity to the police. It is also important that you continue to be vigilant in regard to your safety, and to take basic precautions, such as walking in well-lit areas and not walking alone at night.
Regardless of where you live, secure all doors and windows and keep your residence locked at all times.
Additionally, make sure to remember to utilize the Escort Service by calling 610-758-1111 or use the Take a Ride Around Campus Safely (TRACS) service when traveling on campus at night.
Chief Ed Shupp
Lehigh University Police Department
OCTOBER 14, 2011
At 10:45 p.m., Friday night, two Lehigh students, one female and one male, were robbed at Vine and 4th Streets. Two male suspects approached both victims. The male was struck in the face and the female was struck to the ground. Both victims were treated by medical personnel and released. No description of the assailants is available.
The investigation of this incident is being led by the Bethlehem Police Deaprtment, with assistance from the Lehigh University Police Department.
Anyone with information should contact the Bethlehem Police Department at 610-865-7187 or the Lehigh University Police Department at 610-758-4200.
Please report any suspicious activity to the police. It is also important that you continue to be vigilant in regard to your safety, and to take basic precautions, such as walking in well-lit areas and not walking alone at night.
Regardless of where you live, secure all doors and windows and keep your residence locked at all times.
Additionally, make sure to remember to utilize the Escort Service by calling 610-758-1111 or use the Take a Ride Around Campus Safely (TRACS) service when traveling on campus at night.
Chief Ed Shupp
Lehigh University Police Department
OCTOBER 3, 2011
At approximately 2:00 a.m. Monday, October 3rd, two undergraduate male students were approached by two males in the area of Birkel Street, in an attempted strong-armed robbery. A Lehigh University Police Officer on Community Police foot patrol in the area witnessed the incident and gave chase to both suspects. One was apprehended immediately, and the second was arrested shortly afterward by the Bethlehem Police Department.
The suspects remain in custody and are being charged by the Bethlehem Police Department with robbery, criminal conspiracy and simple assault.
There were no injuries and no property was taken from the victims.
Although this particular attempted robbery was thrwarted by an LUPD Community Police Officer, we want to stress the importance of remaining vigilant, and taking advantage of the various safety programs and services offered through the Lehigh University Police Department.
Please remember: Do not walk alone, and walk in well-lit areas and remain alert and aware of your surroundings at all times. If you live off-campus, keep the experior of your residence well-lit at night. Regardless of where you live, secure all doors and windows and keep your residence locked at all times.
Additionally, make sure you remember to utilize the Escort Service by calling 610-758-1111, or use the Take a Ride Around Campus Safely (TRACS) service when traveling on campus at night.
As always, if you notice any suspicious activity, please report it to either the Bethlehem Police Department at 610-865-7187 or the Lehigh University Police Department at 610-758-4200.
Chief Ed Shupp
Lehigh University Police Department
AUGUST 22, 2011
Shortly before 2:00 p.m. this afternoon, an earthquake struck the East Coast and tremors were felt on the Lehigh Campus. According to News reports, the epicent appeared to be in Virginia and may have measured as high as 6.0 on the Richter Scale.
On the Lehigh campus, the alarm systems in several buildings along Packer Avenue were activated. Lehigh University Police Department and Facilities Services personnel responded. Those buildings have been reoccupied.
We will keep you informed of any additional developments.
Chief Ed Shupp
Lehigh University Police Department
May 8, 2011 - SAFETY UPDATE
During the late afternoon of Saturday, May 7th, the Bethlehem Police Department responded to an incident in a home on Van Buren Street that was occupied by Lehigh students and non-students. The incident involved the accidental discharge of a firearm in the home. One individual received medical treatment for a non-threatening injury.
This incident was isolated and the investigation determined that there was no threat to the Lehigh Community.
Four individuals - two Lehigh students and two non-students will be charged as the result of this incident.
The Bethlehem Police Department is continuing the investigation, with assistance from the Lehigh University Police Department. If anyone has additional information, please contact Bethlehem Police Department at 610-865-7187 or LUPD at 610-758-4200.
Chief Ed Shupp
Lehigh University Police Department
APRIL 22, 2011
Last night, at approximately 11:15 p.m., a female Lehigh student was robbed at knifepoint on Third Street near Rink Street. The student was ot injured. The two juvenile suspects were apprehended by police. One suspect (15 years old) was committed to Northampton County Prison and is being held on $50,000.00 bail for robbery, theft, receipt of stolen property and making terroristic threats. The other suspect (17 years old) is being held in prison but has not been charged yet.
Please report any suspicious activity to the police. It is always important that you continue to be vigilant in regard to your safety, and to take basic precautions, such as walking in well-lit areas and not walking alone at night.
Remember to utilize the Escort Service by calling 610-758-1111, or use the Take a Ride Around Campus Safely (TRACS) service when traveling on campus at night.
Chief Ed Shupp
Lehigh University Police Department
MARCH 13, 2011
At approximately 9:30 p.m. Saturday, March 12th, a male graduate student was robbed at knifepoint in the area of Morton and Polk Streets. There were three assailants, with one brandishing a knife. Cash and personal items were taken from the victim, who was not injured.
The victim was able to provide a detailed description of one of the assailants: approximately 6' tall, Hispanic, with a light, well-groomed mustache, and wearing a purple t-shirt and jeans. He appeared to be in his late teens or early twenties.
The two other assailants were described only as being approximately 6' tall, also in late teens or early twenties, and wearing dark hoodies and jeans.
The investigation of this incident is being led by the Bethlehem Police Department, with the assistance from the Lehigh University Police Department.
Anyone with information should contact the Bethlehem Police Department at 610-865-7187 or the Lehigh University Police Department at 610-758-4200.
Please report any suspicious activity to the police. It is important that you continue to be vigilant in regard to your safety, and to take basic precautions, such as walking in well-lit areas and not walking alone at night.
Regardless of where you live, secure all doors and windows and keep your residence locked at all times.
Additionally, make sure you remember to utilize the Escort Service by calling 610-758-1111, or use the Take a Ride Around Campus Safely (TRACS) service when traveling on campus at night.
Chief Ed Shupp
Lehigh University Police Department
MARCH 10, 2011
A male graduate student was robbed at knifepoint at approximately 1:50 a.m. Thursday, March 10th, in the area of Morton Street and the Broughal Middle School. Items taken include a minimal amount of cash and other property. The student was not injured.
No description of the assailants is available.
The investigation of this incident is being led by the Bethlehem Police Department, with the assistance from the Lehigh University Police Department.
Anyone with information should contact the Bethlehem Police Department at 610-865-7187 or the Lehigh University Police Department at 610-758-4200.
Remember that safety is a shared responsibility. Please report any suspicious activity to the police. It is important that you continue to be vigilant in regard to your safety, and to take basic precautions, such as walking in well-lit areas and not walking alone at night.
Regardless of where you live, secure all doors and windows and keep your residence locked at all times.
Additionally, make sure you remember to utilize the Escort Service by calling 610-758-1111, or use the Take a Ride Around Campus Safely (TRACS) service when traveling on campus at night.
Chief Ed Shupp
Lehigh University Police Department
FEBRUARY 5, 2011
At approximately 2:20 a.m. Saturday morning, a female Lehigh graduate student was robbed of her purse. The suspect did display a gun. The robberty took place in the area of 5th and Buchanan Streets. The victim was unharmed.
The victime described the suspect as 5'8", male African American, dark-skinned and medium build. He was wearing blue jeans and a knitted blue hat.
The incident is being investigated by the Bethlehem Police Department, and the Lehigh University Police Department is assisting in the investigation.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Bethlehem Police Department at 610-865-7187 or the LUPD at 610-758-4200.
Remember that safety is a shared responsibility. It is important to be vigilant in regard to your safety, and to take basic precautions, such as walking in well-lit areas and not walking alone at night.
Regardless of where you live, secure all doors and windows and keep your residence locked at all times.
Additionally, make sure you remember to utilize the Escort Service by calling 610-758-1111, or use the Take a Ride Around Campus Safely (TRACS) service when traveling on campus at night.
Chief Ed Shupp
Lehigh University Police Department
DECEMBER 10, 2010
At approximately 2:25 a.m. Friday, December 10th, a female Lehigh undergraduate student was the victim of a strong-arm robbery in the area of Pierce Street after she was approached by one individual with three accomplices standing nearby. Personal property was taken.
The victim sustained minor injuries in the robbery and was treated for the injuries.
Three of the suspects were quickly apprehended and the victim's property was recovered. One of the suspects remains at large.
This robbery is being investigated by the Bethlehem Police Department and the Lehigh University Police Department is assisting in the investigation.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Bethlehem Police Department at 610-865-7187 or the LUPD at 610-758-4200.
It is important to be vigilant in regard to your safety, and to take basic precautions, such as walking in well-lit areas and not walking alone at night.
Regardless of where you live, secure all doors and windows and keep your residence locked at all times.
Additionally, make sure you remember to utilize the Escort Service by calling 610-758-1111, or use the Take a Ride Around Campus Safely (TRACS) service when traveling on campus at night.
Chief Ed Shupp
Lehigh University Police Department
DECEMBER 5, 2010
At approximately 6:15 p.m. Sunday evening, a Lehigh Research-Assistant and a non-Lehigh student were victims of armed robberies, in seperate incidents. The robberies took place in the area of Packer and Montclair. Neither person was harmed. In both cases, the suspects brandished a firearm.
Added police patrols have been in place since the last incident. Beginning tomorrow, Bethlehem police will also increase patrols in this area.
The incident are being investigated by the Bethlehem Police Department and the Lehigh University Police Department is assisting in the investigations.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Bethlehem Police Department at 610-865-7187 or the LUPD at 610-758-4200.
Remember that safety is a shared responsibility. It is important to be vigilant in regard to your safety, and to take basic precautions, such as walking in well-lit areas and not walking alone at night.
Regardless of where you live, secure all doors and windows and keep your residence locked at all times.
Additionally, make sure you remember to utilize the Escort Service by calling 610-758-1111, or use the Take a Ride Around Campus Safely (TRACS) service when traveling on campus at night.
Chief Ed Shupp
Lehigh University Police Department
DECEMBER 2, 2010
Two Lehigh students were victims of armed robberies, in seperate incidents around 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 2nd. The robberies took place in the area of Packer and Monclair Streets.
In both instances, a weapon was displayed by the two male assailants and victims were asked to relinquish valuables such as cell phones and cash.
The victims were not harmed.
The incidents are being investigated by the Bethlehem Police Department, and the Lehigh University Police Department is assisting in the investigation.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Bethlehem Police Department at 610-865-7187 or the Lehigh University Police Department at 610-758-4200.
Remember that safety is a shared responsibility. It is important to be vigilant in regard to your safety, and to take basic precautions, such as walking in well-lit areas and not walking alone at night.
Regardless of where you live, secure all doors and windows and keep your residence locked at all times.
Additionally, make sure you remember to utilize the Escort Service by calling 610-758-1111, or use the Take a Ride Around Campus Safely (TRACS) service when traveling on campus at night.
Chief Ed Shupp
Lehigh University Police Department
SEPTEMBER 29, 2010
At approximately 12:15hrs, Wednesday, September 29th, a male student was the victime of a strong-arm robbery when he was approached by two juvenile males in the area of Hillside and Thomas Streets. The student was not injured and his property was recovered when the suspets were apprehended by the Bethlehem Police Department after a brief chase.
Remember that safety is a shared responsibility. Please report any suspicious activity to the police.
It is also important that you continue to be vigilant in regard to your safety, and to take basic precautions, such as walking in well-lit areas.
Regardless of where you live, secure all doors and windows and keep your residence locked at all times.
Additionally, make sure you remember to utilize the Escort Service by calling 610-758-1111, or use the Take a Ride Around Campus Safely (TRACS) service when traveling on campus at night.
Chief Ed Shupp
Lehigh University Police Department
SEPTEMBER 5, 2010
At approximately 01:00hrs on the morning of Sunday, September 5th, a male Lehigh Student and three female Moravian College students were robbed at gunpoint by two men while the students were waiting for a cab in the area of Thomas and Buchanan Streets. No one was injured. The only item of property taken was an iPod.
The victims described the assailants as follows:
-Hispanic male, approximately 6'2", medium build, mid-20's, with a chin-strap beard. He was wearing jeans and a white t-shirt.
-African-American male, approximately 6'2", mid-20's, with busy hair. He was wearing jeans and a blue and white shirt.
No one was apprehended.
Lehigh University Police are assisting the City of Bethlehem Police in the ongoing investigation. Anyone with information should contact the Bethlehem Police Department at 610-865-7187 or the Lehigh University Police Department at 610-758-4200.
Remember that safety is a shared responsibility. Please report any suspicious activity to the police. It is also important that you continue to be vigilant in regard to your safety, and to take basic precautions, such as walking in well-lit areas.
Regardless of where you live, secure all doors and windows and keep your residence locked at all times. Additionally, make sure you remember to utilize the Escort Service by calling 610-758-1111, or use the Take a Ride Around Campus Safely (TRACS) service when traveling on campus at night.
Chief Ed Shupp
Lehigh University Police Department
MAY 3, 2010
A second suspect from the robbery of a male student that occurred near Lower Centennial residence halls on the evening of Sunday, April 25th has been identified and apprehended by the Lehigh University Police Department. The suspect was arraigned and is currently incarcerated in Northampton County Prison, where he is being held under $50,000 bail.
The Lehigh University Police Department remind you to be alert and aware of
your surroundings and of all possibilities. Avoid walking alone at night.
Instead, walk with groups of people or take advantage of the Take A Ride
Around Campus (TRACS) bus service and safety escort when walking at night.
The TRACS bus service provides transportation to and from University
buildings and neighborhoods adjacent to campus from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Also, please immediately report any suspicious behavior that is observed by
calling the Lehigh University Police Department at 610-758-4200, or the
Bethlehem Police Department at 610-865-7187. As indicated by the event last
night, bystander intervention and eyewitness accounts are extremely
important.
Chief Ed Shupp
Lehigh University Police Department
APRIL 26, 2010
At approximately 8:30 p.m. Sunday, April 25th, a male student was the victim of a strong-arm robbery in the area of Lower Centennials. The victim was able to call the Lehigh University Police Department immediately afterward and provided a description. A suspect was quickly apprehended and the items taken in the robbery were recovered and returned to the student. The suspect was arraigned and is currently incarcerated in Northampton County Prison.
The victim sustained minor facial injuries during the robbery and was treated at the scene.
The Lehigh University Police Department remind you to be alert and aware of
your surroundings and of all possibilities. Avoid walking alone at night.
Instead, walk with groups of people or take advantage of the Take A Ride
Around Campus (TRACS) bus service and safety escort when walking at night.
The TRACS bus service provides transportation to and from University
buildings and neighborhoods adjacent to campus from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Also, please immediately report any suspicious behavior that is observed by
calling the Lehigh University Police Department at 610-758-4200, or the
Bethlehem Police Department at 610-865-7187. As indicated by the event last
night, bystander intervention and eyewitness accounts are extremely
important.
Chief Ed Shupp
Lehigh University Police Department
APRIL 14, 2010
a male graduate student was
assaulted and robbed by two individuals in the area of Pierce Street. The
student sustained minor injuries and was transported to St. Luke's
Hospital, where he was treated and released. A 911 call from a resident
helped Bethlehem Police Department officers quickly apprehend the two
suspects. The student's personal property taken during the robbery was
retrieved. Both suspects are currently in Northampton County Prison.
The Lehigh University Police Department remind you to be alert and aware of
your surroundings and of all possibilities. Avoid walking alone at night.
Instead, walk with groups of people or take advantage of the Take A Ride
Around Campus (TRACS) bus service and safety escort when walking at night.
The TRACS bus service provides transportation to and from University
buildings and neighborhoods adjacent to campus from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Also, please immediately report any suspicious behavior that is observed by
calling the Lehigh University Police Department at 610-758-4200, or the
Bethlehem Police Department at 610-865-7187. As indicated by the event last
night, bystander intervention and eyewitness accounts are extremely
important.
Chief Ed Shupp
Lehigh University Police Department