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PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY - Aggravated Assault in the Vicinity of the Queen Lane Medical Campus
November 10, 2009

The Drexel University Department of Public Safety has received information from the Philadelphia Police Department regarding an aggravated assault which occurred Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 4:45am in the vicinity of the Queen Lane Medical Campus in the 2800 block of west Queen Lane.

The assault was committed by a black male wearing a white t-shirt. The complainant was walking south on Queen Lane and was approached from behind by the suspect holding a silver handgun. The suspect told the complainant "don't move" and the complainant fled on foot. The complainant states that he heard 4 to 5 gunshots and then observed a white newer model two-door vehicle pull up. The suspect got into the vehicle which was last seen southbound on Wissahickon Avenue. No injuries were sustained. The Philadelphia Police believe this incident may be related to the three recent robberies reported in the same area.

Public Safety suggests that you take appropriate caution when walking on or around campus.

  • Report suspicious activity immediately to Public Safety or Dial 911. Public Safety on the Queen Lane Medical Campus - Dial 215-991-8102; Drexel Police Headquarters on the University City Main Campus - Dial 215-895-2222
  • Use the mobile escort program offered by the Drexel University Department of Public Safety on the Queen Lane Medical Campus
  • Use Public Transportation or the DUCoM Shuttle Service when travelling off campus
  • Walk in groups and stay in well lit areas
  • Do not display cell phones, money or expensive jewelry when walking in public
  • Report suspicious activity as soon as you can by calling the Police

Report suspicious activity as soon as you can by calling the Police.



PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY - Three Robberies in the Vicinity of the Queen Lane Medical Campus
November 5, 2009

The Drexel University Department of Public Safety has received information from the Philadelphia Police Department regarding three separate robberies which have occurred in the vicinity of the Queen Lane Medical Campus. The first robbery occurred on Sunday, November 1, 2009, at 1:20am in the 2800 block of Queen Lane. The second robbery occurred on Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 6:00pm in the 3800 block of The Oak Road. The third robbery occurred on Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 11:35pm in the 3100 block of School House Lane.

All three robberies were committed by two-three black males, 5'10" to 6' tall, 18-25 years of age, wearing dark clothing. In all of the cases, the victims were physically assaulted before being robbed of their valuables. One victim was riding their bike and the other two victims were walking. The Philadelphia Police believe these incidents may be related and are actively pursuing several leads. No weapons were involved in any of the robberies and there were no injuries to the victims.

Public Safety suggests that you take appropriate caution when walking on or around campus.

  • Report suspicious activity immediately to Public Safety or Dial 911. Public Safety on the Queen Lane Medical Campus - Dial 215-991-8102; Drexel Police Headquarters on the University City Main Campus - Dial 215-895-2222
  • Use the mobile escort program offered by the Drexel University Department of Public Safety on the Queen Lane Medical Campus
  • Use Public Transportation or the DUCoM Shuttle Service when travelling off campus
  • Walk in groups and stay in well lit areas
  • Do not display cell phones, money or expensive jewelry when walking in public
  • Report suspicious activity as soon as you can by calling the Police

Report suspicious activity as soon as you can by calling the Police.



PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY – TWO OFF-CAMPUS ROBBERIES
October 29, 2009

The Drexel University Department of Public Safety has received information of two separate robberies having occurred off-campus outside the Drexel University Police patrol area in the 3600 block of Hamilton Street. The first incident occurred on Friday, October 16, 2009 at 11:00pm involving a non-Drexel affiliate who was robbed by two black males wearing dark clothing and armed with a silver handgun. No injuries were reported. The second incident occurred on Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at 11:00pm involving two Drexel students who were robbed by four black males wearing dark clothing and armed with a handgun. Again, there were no injuries.

Philadelphia Police believes there may be a correlation between these two incidents involving the same suspect.

Public Safety suggests that you take appropriate caution when walking on or around campus.

  • Report suspicious activity immediately to Public Safety. Dial 2222 from a campus phone, 215-895-2222 from your cell phone, or 911
  • Use the walking escort program offered by the Drexel University Department of Public Safety
  • Use Public Transportation or the Drexel Shuttle Service when travelling off campus
  • Walk in groups and stay in well lit areas
  • Do not display cell phones, money or expensive jewelry when walking in public

Report suspicious activity as soon as you can by calling the Police.



CAMPUS HEALTH ADVISORY - H1N1
September 14, 2009

This Health Advisory serves to update the Drexel community concerning Influenza A (H1N1) and University preparedness activities. To date, much more is understood about Influenza A (H1N1) (formerly "swine flu"). At this time, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health reports extremely low activity, consistent with the circulation of flu viruses in the summer in the Philadelphia area (low or no circulation). This is, however, the time to plan for a resurgence of H1N1 disease in the fall months and throughout the winter. For more information visit http://www.drexel.edu/univrel/swine/.