Community Safety
Sgt. Roberts: A Person You Want to Know
Sgt. JoCathy Roberts (right), UCPD crime prevention officer and community liaison, is in constant contact with both students and community residents. Read more »
Welcome
The University is committed to working with the community and the Chicago Police Department to prevent crime and improve public safety in our community. The University of Chicago Police Department has more than 140 professionally trained officers with full police powers to serve University students and staff, as well as community members. In addition, the University partners with the city of Chicago as well as neighborhood organizations to improve transportation and other aspects of community life.
Whether you are a longtime resident or a newcomer to urban living, it is important to keep in mind that a level of responsibility for crime prevention and personal safety rests with each of us.
We encourage you to take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with this information.
Security Alerts
At 1:30 a.m., Saturday, November 14—A woman attending a party at a residence in the 5600 block of South University Avenue reported being sexually assaulted by an unknown man.
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News & Updates
Crime Prevention—Fraud
June 6, 2009—I want to inform you of fraudulent activity that has victimized members of the University community recently. At this time of year many members of the community advertise on-line to sub-let their apartments for the summer months. Recently, someone claiming to be from another country has responded to internet ads indicating they are coming to Chicago and are interested in sub-leasing.
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