WPI Campus Safety Notifications

At the intersection of Boynton St. and Elbridge St.

Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police are investigating.

BE ALERT when you’re alone or traveling in groups and aware of who is around you and surroundings. Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable. Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment.  Always trust your instincts!   Know When To Back Down. Sometimes it is necessary to stand down and do what the criminal is telling you. They may have a gun, knife or other dangerous weapon. If so, the best thing you can do is cooperate. Give a mugger your wallet or other valuables, or let a thief take your purse if they are armed. It is better to lose your possessions than to risk great harm or even death. Even if you are uncertain if an assailant has a weapon, if there is a possibility, then your best bet may very well be to play it safe.  Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – (508) 831- 6111.

Williams St.

Investigation Open - Worcester Police Department and WPI Police investigating.

Make sure all interior windows and doors are locked and dead bolted when closed. Make sure there are no ladders or other yard tools that could be used to gain access to a window. Exterior lighting is a deterrent. Inventory your property with a video recorder or camera. Record the serial numbers of your property. Remove expensive articles from the residence when away for extended periods of time. Establish relationships with neighbors and check on each other's property when away. Always report any suspicious activity immediately.    

Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – 508 831- 5433

Highland Street

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police investigating.

Make sure all interior windows and doors are locked and dead bolted when closed. Make sure there are no ladders or other yard tools that could be used to gain access to a window. Exterior lighting is a deterrent. Inventory your property with a video recorder or camera. Record the serial numbers of your property. Remove expensive articles from the residence when away for extended periods of time. Establish relationships with neighbors and check on each other's property when away. Always report any suspicious activity immediately.    

Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – 508 831- 6111.

At the intersection of West Street and John Street.

Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police are investigating.

BE ALERT when you’re alone or traveling in groups and aware of who is around you and surroundings. Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable. Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment.  Always trust your instincts!   Know When To Back Down. Sometimes it is necessary to stand down and do what the criminal is telling you. They may have a gun, knife or other dangerous weapon. If so, the best thing you can do is cooperate. Give a mugger your wallet or other valuables, or let a thief take your purse if they are armed. It is better to lose your possessions than to risk great harm or even death. Even if you are uncertain if an assailant has a weapon, if there is a possibility, then your best bet may very well be to play it safe.  Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – (508) 831- 6111.

Russell St. residence, in the vicinity of Price Chopper.

ARREST of ONE SUSPECT:  On 1/28/13, 4:40 AM, the WPD Detectives arrested Michael Russell, 41 Cedar St., Worcester. Investigation to continue. Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police are investigating.

Always verify the identity of an unknown party before allowing access to your residence.  Immediately call Police if in doubt. Always trust your instincts! Know When To Back Down. Sometimes it is necessary to stand down and do what the perpetrator is telling you. The suspect may have a gun, knife or other dangerous weapon. If so, the best thing you can do is cooperate. Give a suspect your wallet or other valuables, or let he/ she take your purse if they are armed. It is better to lose your possessions than to risk great harm or even death. Even if you are uncertain if an assailant has a weapon, if there is a possibility, then your best bet may very well be to play it safe.  Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – (508) 831- 6111.

In the vicinity of 8 Boynton Street.

Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police are investigating.

BE ALERT when you’re alone or traveling in groups and aware of who is around you and surroundings. Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable. Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment.  Always trust your instincts!   Know When To Back Down. Sometimes it is necessary to stand down and do what the criminal is telling you. They may have a gun, knife or other dangerous weapon. If so, the best thing you can do is cooperate. Give a mugger your wallet or other valuables, or let a thief take your purse if they are armed. It is better to lose your possessions than to risk great harm or even death. Even if you are uncertain if an assailant has a weapon, if there is a possibility, then your best bet may very well be to play it safe.  Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – (508) 831- 6111.

Beechmont Street

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police are investigating.

Run, jog or walk with a known companion.

• Run, jog or walk in a familiar area.
• Do not run, jog or walk in a heavily wooded, poorly lighted or secluded area.
• Particularly if running, jogging or walking alone, don’t wear radio or recorder earphones.
• Do not run, jog or walk after dark. 
• Do not run, jog or walk near bushes, which can provide concealment.
• Wear bright colored clothing to improve your visibility.
• Vary your route and pattern of running, jogging or walking.
• Carry a whistle or high decibel battery powered personal alarm device when you run, jog or walk.
• If followed, go to the nearest residence, open business or group of people. 
• Carry your motor vehicle and/or home key with you.

Washburn Labs Room 107

Open- WPI Police are investigating.  Anyone who may have observed any suspicious activity specific to this incident should contact Officer Bob Vandal at 508-831-5433 or email police@wpi.edu.  

Please be cognizant that pocketbooks, laptops, electronic devices and personal property becomes vulnerable to theft in buildings open during regular business hours. Offices, filing cabinets, storage receptacles should be locked, if staff is not present to monitor. Immediately report any suspicious person or activity to the WPI Police.  Please utilize the WPI Police STOP laptop and other electronic Identification Program by contacting Officer Chris Carpenter at 508-831-5433 or email cpcarpen@wpi.edu.      

Intersection of Institute and Schussler

Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police are investigating.

BE ALERT when you’re alone or traveling in groups and aware of who is around you and surroundings. Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable. Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment.  Always trust your instincts!   Know When To Back Down. Sometimes it is necessary to stand down and do what the criminal is telling you. They may have a gun, knife or other dangerous weapon. If so, the best thing you can do is cooperate. Give a mugger your wallet or other valuables, or let a thief take your purse if they are armed. It is better to lose your possessions than to risk great harm or even death. Even if you are uncertain if an assailant has a weapon, if there is a possibility, then your best bet may very well be to play it safe.  Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – (508) 831- 6111.

Off Campus, Worcester

Investigation is ongoing:  WPD Detective Bureau is the primary investigator with WPI Police assisting.

Sexual assault is forced or coerced sex. Tactics used can be either physical or emotional. Drugs may be used to render the victim unconscious and limit memory. The most common drug is Alcohol, with others being Rohypnol, GHB and Ketamine which are odorless and tasteless. The use of drugs makes it harder to resist assault or to think clearly in a potentially dangerous situation.    

If you are attacked:

·Be alert.  Think, don’t panic.

There is no single best action to take if you are attacked. Your best defense is to be prepared and know your options and capabilities.

·Do whatever it takes to survive. Remember, you are the victim.  You have nothing to feel guilty or ashamed about.

Utilize SNAP for Escort Service – 508 831- 6111

1.) 9/28/12:  Atwater Kent (exterior),  2.) 10/2/12:  Stoddard C (exterior),   3.) 10/7/12:  Stoddard B (exterior),  4.) 10/21/12:  Atwater Kent (exterior),  5.) 10/21/12:  Daniels Hall (exterior).

Investigation Open -  WPI Police investigating.

Record the serial numbers of your bicycle. Always secure bike to a rack or fixed object when permitted. Secure in a lighted area during darkness. Do not leave bicycles unattended over longer periods of time.  Always report any suspicious activity immediately. Register your bicycle with the National Bike Registry. NBR- registered bikes are nine times more likely to be returned to owners than those bikes that are recovered without NBR registration.  For more details, call WPI Campus Police (508) 831-5433 or e-mail Officer Donna Welch at djwelch@wpi.edu. 

Vicinity West St. and Dayton St.

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police are investigating.

BE ALERT when you’re alone or traveling in groups and aware of who is around you and surroundings. Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable. Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment. Always trust your instincts! Know When To Back Down. Sometimes it is necessary to stand down and do what the criminal is telling you. They may have a gun, knife or other dangerous weapon. If so, the best thing you can do is cooperate. Give a mugger your wallet or other valuables, or let a thief take your purse if they are armed. It is better to lose your possessions than to risk great harm or even death. Even if you are uncertain if an assailant has a weapon, if there is a possibility, then your best bet may very well be to play it safe. Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – (508) 831- 6111

Vicinity of 65 Wachusett Street

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department investigating agency

BE ALERT when you’re alone or traveling in groups and aware of who is around you and surroundings. Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable. Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment.  Always trust your instincts!   Know When To Back Down. Sometimes it is necessary to stand down and do what the criminal is telling you. They may have a gun, knife or other dangerous weapon. If so, the best thing you can do is cooperate. Give a mugger your wallet or other valuables, or let a thief take your purse if they are armed. It is better to lose your possessions than to risk great harm or even death. Even if you are uncertain if an assailant has a weapon, if there is a possibility, then your best bet may very well be to play it safe.  Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – (508) 831- 6111

Hackfeld Road

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police investigating.

BE ALERT when you’re alone or traveling in groups and aware of who is around you and surroundings. Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable. Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment.  Always trust your instincts!   Know When To Back Down. Sometimes it is necessary to stand down and do what the criminal is telling you. They may have a gun, knife or other dangerous weapon. If so, the best thing you can do is cooperate. Give a mugger your wallet or other valuables, or let a thief take your purse if they are armed. It is better to lose your possessions than to risk great harm or even death. Even if you are uncertain if an assailant has a weapon, if there is a possibility, then your best bet may very well be to play it safe.  

Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – 508 831- 5433

79 Park Ave. – Salisbury Estates

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police investigating.

Make sure all interior windows and doors are locked and dead bolted when closed. Make sure there are no ladders or other yard tools that could be used to gain access to a window. Exterior lighting is a deterrent. Inventory your property with a video recorder or camera. Record the serial numbers of your property. Remove expensive articles from the residence when away for extended periods of time. Establish relationships with neighbors and check on each other's property when away. Always report any suspicious activity immediately .    

Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – 508 831- 5433

1.)  Alden Hall (beside exterior),  2.) East Hall (rack),  3.) Off Campus (Institute Rd.)  4.) 60 Prescott St.

Investigation Open -  WPI Police investigating

Record the serial numbers of your bicycle. Always secure bike to a rack or fixed object when permitted. Secure in a lighted area during darkness. Do not leave bicycles unattended over longer periods of time.  Always report any suspicious activity immediately. Register your bicycle with the National Bike Registry. NBR- registered bikes are nine times more likely to be returned to owners than those bikes that are recovered without NBR registration.  For more details, call WPI Campus Police (508) 831-5433 or e-mail Officer Donna Welch at djwelch@wpi.edu.    

Highland St. residence

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police investigating

Make sure all interior windows and doors are locked and dead bolted when closed. Make sure there are no ladders or other yard tools that could be used to gain access to a window. Exterior lighting is a deterrent. Inventory your property with a video recorder or camera. Record the serial numbers of your property. Remove expensive articles from the residence when away for extended periods of time. Establish relationships with neighbors and check on each other's property when away. Always report any suspicious activity immediately.    

Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – 508 831- 5433

Corner of West Street and Institute Road Worcester MA

Investigation – OPEN – area colleges notified, WPD notified and investigating with WPI Police.

 Please only use WPI transportation vehicles.  WPI SNAP vehicles are described as follows:  

SNAP 1: 2010  White Dodge Caravan

Plate: 778JT7

Passenger: 8

WPI Logo & SNAP telephone number on both sides  

SNAP 2: 2012 White Dodge Caravan

Plate: 795NM8

Passenger: 7

WPI Logo & SNAP telephone number on both sides  

SNAP 3: 2012 White Dodge Caravan :  

 Plate: 732NN8

Passenger: 7

WPI Logo & SNAP telephone number on both sides  

Gateway Shuttle:

Plate: 84AK77

Passenger: 10

WPI Logo with Gateway Shuttle lettering.  You can also refer to our website at http://www.wpi.edu/offices/police/transportation.html for pictures and additional information about our services. 

Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – 508 831- 6111

1.  Boynton St. residence

2.  Elbridge St. residence

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police investigating.

Make sure all interior windows and doors are locked and dead bolted when closed. Make sure there are no ladders or other yard tools that could be used to gain access to a window. Exterior lighting is a deterrent.

Inventory your property with a video recorder or camera. Record the serial numbers of your property. Remove expensive articles from the residence when away for extended periods of time. Establish relationships with neighbors and check on each other's property when away. Always report any suspicious activity immediately .    

Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – 508 831- 5433

Bancroft Tower, Bancroft Tower Road, Worcester

Investigation - Cleared by Arrest.

Sexual assault is forced or coerced sex. Tactics used can be either physical or emotional. Drugs may be used to render the victim unconscious and limit memory. The most common drug is Alcohol, with others being Rohypnol, GHB and Ketamine which are odorless and tasteless. The use of drugs makes it harder to resist assault or to think clearly in a potentially dangerous situation.   If you are attacked

·Be alert. The best prevention and resistance you can use against a rapist is your common sense.

·Think, don’t panic. There is no single best action to take if you are attacked. Your best defense is to be prepared and know your options and capabilities.

·Do whatever it takes to survive. Remember, you are the victim.  You have nothing to feel guilty or ashamed about. Rapists commit the crime, not the victim.  

Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – 508 831- 6111

The public walking route along Highland St. to the Boynton and Elbridge St. vicinity

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police

BE ALERT when you’re alone or traveling in groups and aware of who is around you and surroundings.  Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable. Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment. Always trust your instincts!  If in doubt, immediately call Police and report suspicious activity.   Know When To Back Down. Sometimes it is necessary to stand down and do what the criminal is telling you. They may have a gun, knife or other dangerous weapon. If so, the best thing you can do is cooperate. Give a mugger your wallet or other valuables, or let a thief take your purse if they are armed. It is better to lose your possessions than to risk great harm or even death. Even if you are uncertain if an assailant has a weapon, if there is a possibility, then your best bet may very well be to play it safe.

Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service– 508 831- 5433

Mobil Station, 185 Park Ave.

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department Detective Bureau

BE ALERT when you’re alone or traveling in groups and aware of who is around you and surroundings.  Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable. Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment. Always trust your instincts!  If in doubt, immediately call Police and report suspicious activity.   Know When To Back Down. Sometimes it is necessary to stand down and do what the criminal is telling you. They may have a gun, knife or other dangerous weapon. If so, the best thing you can do is cooperate. Give a mugger your wallet or other valuables, or let a thief take your purse if they are armed. It is better to lose your possessions than to risk great harm or even death. Even if you are uncertain if an assailant has a weapon, if there is a possibility, then your best bet may very well be to play it safe.

 Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service– 508 831- 5433

Between Riley Hall and Daniels Hall, at the lower DH door

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police investigating.

BE ALERT when you’re alone or traveling in groups and aware of who is around you and surroundings.  Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable. Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment. Always trust your instincts!  If in doubt, immediately call Police and report suspicious activity.   Know When To Back Down. Sometimes it is necessary to stand down and do what the criminal is telling you. They may have a gun, knife or other dangerous weapon. If so, the best thing you can do is cooperate. Give a mugger your wallet or other valuables, or let a thief take your purse if they are armed. It is better to lose your possessions than to risk great harm or even death. Even if you are uncertain if an assailant has a weapon, if there is a possibility, then your best bet may very well be to play it safe.  Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – 508 831- 5433.

Off Campus 63-65 Wachusett St.

Open investigation - Worcester Police Department is the primary Investigating Agency. Because the investigation is on-going, there is no further information to disseminate at this time. WPI takes violence of any kind seriously, and WPI Campus Police are actively assisting the Worcester Police Department with this case.

We ask the WPI campus community to be alert to the following safety precautions:

If attending parties, go with friends and leave with those friends. Keep constant tabs on the whereabouts of your friends. Stay within the group and do not isolate yourself. Be aware of any alcohol or drug abuse at the party. Do not leave drinks unattended. Do not abuse alcohol or drugs. If you suspect someone is in danger, call the WPI police at 508-831-5555 or x5555.

Always utilize WPI's escort service. Call SNAP - 508-831-6111.

If you or one of your friends have been sexually assaulted, report the incident immediately to WPI Campus Police at 508-831-5555.

Dean Street

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police investigating.

BE ALERT when you’re alone or traveling in groups and aware of who is around you and surroundings. Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable. Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment.  Always trust your instincts!   Know When To Back Down. Sometimes it is necessary to stand down and do what the criminal is telling you. They may have a gun, knife or other dangerous weapon. If so, the best thing you can do is cooperate. Give a mugger your wallet or other valuables, or let a thief take your purse if they are armed. It is better to lose your possessions than to risk great harm or even death. Even if you are uncertain if an assailant has a weapon, if there is a possibility, then your best bet may very well be to play it safe.  

Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – 508 831- 5433

Institute Rd. at West St.

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police investigating.

BE ALERT when you’re alone or traveling in groups and aware of who is around you and surroundings.  Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable. Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment.  Always trust your instincts!   Know When To Back Down. Sometimes it is necessary to stand down and do what the criminal is telling you. They may have a gun, knife or other dangerous weapon. If so, the best thing you can do is cooperate. Give a mugger your wallet or other valuables, or let a thief take your purse if they are armed. It is better to lose your possessions than to risk great harm or even death. Even if you are uncertain if an assailant has a weapon, if there is a possibility, then your best bet may very well be to play it safe.  Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – 508 831- 5433

Hackfeld Rd. near Highland St.

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police investigating.

BE ALERT when you’re alone or traveling in groups and aware of who is around you and surroundings.  Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable. Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment.  Always trust your instincts!   Know When To Back Down. Sometimes it is necessary to stand down and do what the criminal is telling you. They may have a gun, knife or other dangerous weapon. If so, the best thing you can do is cooperate. Give a mugger your wallet or other valuables, or let a thief take your purse if they are armed. It is better to lose your possessions than to risk great harm or even death. Even if you are uncertain if an assailant has a weapon, if there is a possibility, then your best bet may very well be to play it safe.  Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – 508 831- 5433

Dix St. near the corner of Denny St.

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police investigating.

BE ALERT when you’re alone or traveling in groups and aware of who is around you and surroundings.  Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable. Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment.  Always trust your instincts!   Know When To Back Down. Sometimes it is necessary to stand down and do what the criminal is telling you. They may have a gun, knife or other dangerous weapon. If so, the best thing you can do is cooperate. Give a mugger your wallet or other valuables, or let a thief take your purse if they are armed. It is better to lose your possessions than to risk great harm or even death. Even if you are uncertain if an assailant has a weapon, if there is a possibility, then your best bet may very well be to play it safe.  Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – 508 831- 5433

Dayton St.

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department And WPI Police investigating.

BE ALERT when you’re alone or traveling in groups and aware of who is around you and surroundings.  Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable. Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment.  Always trust your instincts!   Know When To Back Down. Sometimes it is necessary to stand down and do what the criminal is telling you. They may have a gun, knife or other dangerous weapon. If so, the best thing you can do is cooperate. Give a mugger your wallet or other valuables, or let a thief take your purse if they are armed. It is better to lose your possessions than to risk great harm or even death. Even if you are uncertain if an assailant has a weapon, if there is a possibility, then your best bet may very well be to play it safe.

 Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – 508 831- 5433

Elbridge St.

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police investigating.

BE ALERT when you’re alone and aware of who is around you and surroundings.   Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable. Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment.   Always trust your instincts!      

Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – 508 831- 5433

Hackfeld Rd near the Hackfeld Parking Lot

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police investigating.

BE ALERT when you’re alone and aware of who is around you and surroundings.   Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable. Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment.   Always trust your instincts!      

Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – 508 831- 5433

Russell St. near Highland St.

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police investigating.

BE ALERT when you’re alone and aware of who is around you and surroundings.   Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable. Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment.   Always trust your instincts!      

Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – 508 831- 5433

West St. near Elbridge St.

Investigation Open- Worcester Police Department and WPI Police investigating.

BE ALERT when you’re alone and aware of who is around you and surroundings.
Walk confidently, directly and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable.
Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment.
Always trust your instincts!

Corner of Boynton & Institute Road near access road at Skull Tomb.

Investigation Open-WPI Police investigating.

BE ALERT when you’re alone and aware of who is around you and your surroundings.  

Walk confidently, directly, and at a steady pace. Attackers look for someone who is vulnerable.

Walk near the curb, avoiding shrubbery or other places of concealment.  

Always trust your instincts!  

Utilize WPI Police for Escort Service – 508 831- 5433

In the area of West Street near Dayton Street.

Open – under investigation by the WPI Police Department and the Worcester Police Department.

BE ALERT and aware of your surroundings.
Are people hanging around? Why?  What are they doing?
Are people watching or waiting in vehicles?  Have you seen the vehicle before?  When?  How long was it there for?  Who was in it?
People causing a distraction or seeking attention.
Always trust your instincts! Walk in groups; avoid walking alone. When possible, always Utilize SNAP student Escort Service – 508 831- 6111

In the area of the Library Lot on Boynton St.

SUSPECT ARRESTED and held for arraignment by Worcester Police Department for Attempted Armed Robbery, Threat to Commit a Crime and Possession of Cocaine. 

BE ALERT and aware of your surroundings.
Are people hanging around? Why?  What are they doing?
Are people watching or waiting in vehicles?  Have you seen the vehicle before?  When?  How long was it there for?  Who was in it?
People causing a distraction or seeking attention.
Always trust your instincts!
Utilize SNAP student Escort Service – 508 831- 6111

Russell St. behind Price Choppers

Open – under investigation by the WPI Police Department and the Worcester Police Department.

BE ALERT and aware of your surroundings.
Are people hanging around? Why?  What are they doing?
Are people watching or waiting in vehicles?  Have you seen the vehicle before?  When?  How long was it there for?  Who was in it?
People causing a distraction or seeking attention.
Always trust your instincts!
Utilize SNAP student Escort Service – 508 831- 6111

Boynton Hill stairs/ sidewalk leading from Service Road towards Institute Road.

Open – under investigation by the WPI Police Department and the Worcester Police Department.

BE ALERT and aware of your surroundings.
Are people hanging around? Why?  What are they doing?
Are people watching or waiting in vehicles?  Have you seen the vehicle before?  When?  How long was it there for?  Who was in it?
People causing a distraction or seeking attention.
Always trust your instincts!
Utilize SNAP student Escort Service – 508 831- 6111

Dean Street at Salisbury Street (sidewalk)

BE ALERT and aware of your surroundings.
Are people hanging around? Why?  What are they doing?
Are people watching or waiting in vehicles?  Have you seen the vehicle before?  When?  How long was it there for?  Who was in it?
People causing a distraction or seeking attention.
Always trust your instincts!
Utilize SNAP student Escort Service – 508 831- 6111

Remember if you notice anyone acting suspicious please contact WPI police immediately.

BE ALERT and aware of your surroundings.

Are people hanging around? Why? What are they doing?

People causing a distraction or seeking attention.

Always trust your instincts!

Utilize SNAP Student Escort Service – 508 831- 6111

Institute Road and Boynton Street

Investigation Open-WPD investigating.

BE ALERT and aware of your surroundings.

Are people hanging around? Why?  What are they doing?

Are people watching or waiting in vehicles?  Have you seen the vehicle before?  When?  How long was it there for?  Who was in it?

 People causing a distraction or seeking attention.

Always trust your instincts!

Utilize SNAP student Escort Service – 508 831- 6111

Vicinity of 12 Institute Road

The incident is currently under investigation by the Worcester Police Department.

• Be alert at all times and report any suspicious persons or activities to the WPI Police or Worcester Police.

• Walk on well-lit streets and avoid walking alone at night if possible. Call SNAP at +1-508-831-6111 for an escort.

• Travel in pairs or groups. It reduces your chance of being a victim of a street crime.

Two Campus Parking Lots/Peripheral Garage Lot – Ellsworth Lot, Stoddard Lot and Gateway Garage

Open - under investigation by the WPI Police Department.

Vicinity 14 Bowdoin Street

Suspect is described as follows: Light skinned African American or Hispanic male, approximately 5’7, wearing a plaid shirt under a hooded sweatshirt, baggy pants and a hat with a logo.

Vicinity 66 Fruit Street/Highland Street

Remember if you notice anyone acting suspicious please contact WPI police immediately.

BE ALERT and aware of your surroundings.

Are people hanging around? Why? What are they doing?

People causing a distraction or seeking attention.

Always trust your instincts!

Utilize SNAP Student Escort Service – 508 831- 6111

Highland St. near Dover St. Worcester,MA

A WPI student was asked to use his cell phone.  The suspect ran off with the cell phone and was chased by another WPI student, who returned the phone after letting the suspect go.

Suspect - A black male approximately 16 years old with short hair and wearing a gray sweatshirt with a schoolbag on his back.

Open- under investigation by the Worcester Police Department- (508) 799-8600

•  Be aware of your surroundings and strangers.

•  Protect your personal effects.

•  Immediately report the incident to the Police.

By Alden Hall

The WPI Police Department along with the WPD responded and are investigating the incident.

Remember if you notice anyone acting suspicious please contact WPI police immediately.

BE ALERT and aware of your surroundings.

Are people hanging around? Why? What are they doing?

People causing a distraction or seeking attention.

Always trust your instincts!

Utilize SNAP Student Escort Service – 508 831- 6111

Campus lots and peripheral streets

Open- Under investigation by the WPI & WPD Police Departments.

Subject Description: Subject description in the Morgan service rd. break - Caucasian male, in his 30's wearing a baseball cap, patriots wind breaker, black pants and white sneakers.  Suspect was also identified as having a tattoo on his neck in the shape of a square.   Last seen entering into a 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer MA Reg 2035RX color white.

WPI Police are working with the Leicester Police Department on the suspect follow-up.

The following are a few simple steps which may help reduce the chance of becoming a victim of burglary and theft:

1.    Ensure windows are up, the vehicle is locked and alarms set (if equipped)

2.    Stow all removable electronic devices, bags, cases or packages in the trunk completely out of view, 

       or take them with you.

Make sure the suction cup imprint is not visible on the windshield or dash after the portable device is removed.

Parking Lot Salisbury Estates

Outside vicinity of Trowbridge Road

Investigation - Open:  Worcester Police Investigating Agency. WPI Police Assisting Agency.

Suspect:  White male, mid 40's, approximately 6ft tall, 190 pounds, brownish gray hair with a full beard.  He was wearing a brown and orange flannel shirt and jeans.

BE ALERT and aware of your surroundings.

Are people hanging around? Why? What are they doing?

People causing a distraction or seeking attention.

Always trust your instincts!

Utilize SNAP Student Escort Service – 508 831- 6111

Service Road West Street Extension

CLOSED – Suspect Arrested by WPI Police and charged with the following:

2 Counts Assault and Battery

1 Count Assault to Rape

2 Counts Attempt to Commit a Crime

1 Count Threat to Commit a Crime

When observing any suspicious behaviors notify WPI Police immediately.

Always utilize SNAP for Safety escorts by calling (508) 831 - 6111

Atwater Kent / Alumni Gymnasium

WPI Police respond to the scene and after preliminary inquiry and identification, WPI Police arrest all 5 subjects (Non-WPI Individuals) for incidents committed in both Atwater Kent and Alumni Gymnasium. Further investigation and collaboration with WPD is ongoing possibly linking these suspects to other crimes. Present charges include:

• 3 Subjects charged with Trespassing
• 1 Subject charged with Trespassing and Receiving Stolen Property
• 1 Subject charged with Trespassing, Receiving Stolen Property and possession of Class D with intent to distribute within 1000’ of School zone.

WPI Police encourage all community members to contact campus police whenever suspicions arise that could affect our students, employees and campus properties.

WPI Police would like to extend a special thank you to the Professor(s) in Atwater Kent for it was as a result of their due diligence and awareness in notifying the campus police, that lead to the apprehension and subsequent arrest of all 5 subjects.

Highland Street/Schussler Road

Investigation - Open: WPI Police notified/WPD notified.
Suspect: Approximately 6ft tall wearing a black hooded sweatshirt.

• BE ALERT and aware of your surroundings.
• Are people hanging around? Why? What are they doing?
• Are people watching or waiting in vehicles? Have you seen the vehicle before? When? How long was it there for? Who was in it?
• People causing a distraction or seeking attention.
• Always trust your instincts!
  

Utilize SNAP Student Escort Service – +1-508-831-6111

Outside vicinity of 11 Dean Street

Investigation - Open:  Worcester Police and WPI police notified.

Suspect:  White male wearing a black hooded sweatshirt.

BE ALERT and aware of your surroundings.

Are people hanging around? Why? What are they doing?

Are people watching or waiting in vehicles? Have you seen the vehicle before? When? How long was it there for? Who was in it?

People causing a distraction or seeking attention.

Always trust your instincts!

Utilize SNAP Student Escort Service – 508 831- 6111

79 – 90 Institute Road

Campus lots and peripheral streets

Open - under investigation by the WPI Police Department and WPD

Off Campus 32 Dean Street

Open investigation - Worcester Police Department is the primary Investigating Agency.

WPI takes violence of any kind seriously, and WPI Campus Police are actively assisting the Worcester Police Department with this case. Because the investigation is on-going, there is no further information to disseminate at this time.

Person of Interest:  Worcester Police are speaking with an individual in relation to this case.

We ask the WPI campus community to be alert to the following safety precautions:

• If attending parties, go with friends and leave with those friends.
• Keep constant tabs on the whereabouts of your friends.
• Stay within the group and do not isolate yourself.
• Be aware of any alcohol or drug abuse at the party.
• Do not abuse alcohol or drugs.

If you suspect someone is in danger, call the WPI police at 508-831-5555 or x5555.

Always utilize WPI's escort service. Call SNAP - 508-831-6111.

If you or one of your friends have been sexually assaulted or raped, report the incident immediately to WPI Campus Police at 508-831-5555.

BE ALERT - You are the best person to identify potential problems!

Trust your instincts!

Contact the police immediately and report any peculiar/suspicious activity. 

Don’t worry about feeling silly or being wrong.  Let the police check things out!

Becker College Area – Cedar Street/Oak Street, 60 West Street and Cedar at Fruit Street

Open - under investigation by both the Becker Campus Police and Worcester Police. 

Information contained on this page was provided by the Becker Campus Police Department.

• Utilize SNAP  - WPI Escort Service 508 831- 6111
• Always report suspicious activity/people or vehicles to the police immediately.  Even when unsure if something is suspicious, report it anyway.

12 Massachusetts Avenue

Worcester Police Department Investigating Agency and primary responder – WPI assisted response.

Use a solid core or metal door for all entrance points.

Use a secondary blocking device on all sliding glass doors. Keep the latch mechanism in good condition and properly adjusted. Use anti-lift devices such as through-the-door pins or upper track screws.

Use interior light timers to establish a pattern of occupancy. Exterior lighting should allow 100- feet of visibility. Use good lighting along the pathway and at your door. Use light timers or photo-cells to turn on/off lights automatically. Use infra-red motion sensor lights on the rear of single family homes.

REMEMBER – Security Systems, alarms and other pro-active measures should be implemented as layers of protection.  Not any one measure can address and/or prevent the ill intent of an intruder.

52 North Ashland Street (sidewalk)

Open – under investigation by the Worcester Police Department

BE ALERT and aware of your surroundings.

Are people hanging around? Why?  What are they doing?

Are people watching or waiting in vehicles?  Have you seen the vehicle before?  When?  How long was it there for?  Who was in it?

 People causing a distraction or seeking attention.

Always trust your instincts!

Utilize SNAP student Escort Service – 508 831- 6111

52 North Ashland Street (sidewalk)

Open – under investigation by the Worcester Police Department

Campus lots and peripheral streets

The incident is currently under investigation by the Worcester Police Department.

• Be alert at all times and report any suspicious persons or activities to the WPI Police or Worcester Police.
• Walk on well-lit streets and avoid walking alone at night if possible. Call SNAP at +1-508-831-6111 for an escort.
• Travel in pairs or groups. It reduces your chance of being a victim of a    street crime.
• When hosting a social event, know the identity of all your guests and limit their numbers. Only attend social events where you know the hosts, and have been invited to attend.

Campus lots and peripheral streets

Open - under investigation by the WPI Police Department and WPD.

It is important that anyone parking their vehicle follow a few simple steps which may help reduce the chance of becoming the victim of burglary and theft.

• Vary your parking space within the parking lot or garage.
• Ensure windows are up, the vehicle is locked and alarm set (if equipped) every time you park your vehicle.
• Stow all removable electronic devices, bags, cases or packages in a trunk, completely out of view, or take them with you.
• Make sure the suction cup imprint is not visible on the windshield or dash, once the portable devices are removed.

Be alert at all times and report any suspicious persons or activities to the WPI Police Department immediately.