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Campus Safety Alert

April 23, 2023 by David Hall

At approximately 12:40 a.m. on April 23, 2023, there was an off campus shooting between two groups of individuals in two different vehicles at the Kum and Go at 609 E. Elm Street, which is northwest of the main campus. Three individuals received what are believed to be non-life-threatening injuries and were treated at a local hospital. The Springfield Police Department continues to investigate but does not currently have any suspects in custody.

There is not an immediate danger to the campus community. None of those involved are believed to be part of the university community.

PREVENTION REMINDERS

  • Be aware of your surroundings, particularly late at night.
  • Avoid interacting with unknown individuals and groups.
  • Avoid off-campus areas with increased rates of serious crimes.
  • Utilize the Bear Line during its hours of operation.
  • Utilize the Campus Safety “Safe Walk” program rather than walking alone.

If you have information concerning this incident, you are encouraged to contact the Springfield Police Department at 417-864-1810 or 9-1-1 for immediate assistance. If you want to remain anonymous, you may report information to Crime Stoppers at 417-869-TIPS (8477) or www.P3tips.com.

Filed Under: News

City conducts Crosswalk Yield Checks on campus

April 19, 2023 by David Hall

The Springfield Police department will conduct a Crosswalk Yield Check on campus today at Cherry Street and Holland Avenue, which is near the Bear Line Shuttle Stop at Bear Park North.

Associate Director of University Safety Todd Revell said, “This is a good way to remind pedestrians to utilize crosswalks and the drivers of their responsibility to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. We appreciate the close relationship we have with our police officers and their commitment to student safety.”

For more information, go to: https://www.springfieldmo.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=10240#:~:text=Posted%20on%3A%20April,about%20SGF%20Yields.

 

 

 

Filed Under: News

MSU to participate in Statewide Tornado Drill March 7, 2023

February 27, 2023 by David Hall

On Tuesday, March 7, 2023, Missouri will hold its annual statewide tornado drill at 10:00 a.m. Missouri State University participates in this annual drill. It provides a good test and review of our tornado procedures. During this drill, all faculty, staff and students are asked to react in accordance with the University’s Emergency Action Plan Severe Weather and Tornado Procedures. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with these procedures before the drill. For a complete list of shelter locations, go to the Building Evacuation and Shelter Locations Reference Chart.

Tornado Facts

  • Tornado sirens are designed as a warning for people outdoors.
  • Wind speeds can reach in excess of 300 mph.
  • Paths of destruction can be more than a mile wide and 50 miles long.
  • Tornadoes can occur at any time of day, but most frequently occur between 3:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.
  • Tornadoes in Missouri peak March through June, but can occur at any time of year.
  • Missouri has averaged 46.7 tornadoes per year.
  • Missouri is in the top 10 states that experience tornadoes and is part of “Tornado Alley”.
  • The U.S. averages 70 deaths per year from tornadoes.
  • Tornadoes are measured on the Enhanced Fujita Tornado Scale (EF) and can be EF0 – EF5 rated; only a few (0.1%) in the United States annually achieve EF5 status.

Be Smart. Stay Safe!

Filed Under: Emergency Management, Training

Spring 2023 Test of the Missouri State Alert System

January 16, 2023 by David Hall

The spring test of the Missouri State Alert system will occur on Tuesday, January 31st at 10:50 a.m. The test will provide an email to all members of the campus community. It will also send a text and voice message to those that have provided this information. If you do not receive this test via the methods you desire, please go to the Missouri State Alert website to manage your preferences or to learn more about this vital communications tool. This test provides a good opportunity to review your emergency plans.

Also, if you want to have the latest safety information, subscribe to the Safety First blog. Safety tips and crime information is posted throughout the semester. Finally, if you need additional information, please visit the University Safety website.

Filed Under: Emergency Management, Training

Crime Alert – Burglary

November 9, 2022 by David Hall

Around noon on November 9, 2022, a burglary occurred in an office in Temple Hall. An individual wearing tennis shoes, blue jeans and a two-tone blue hoodie (photo below) was observed coming out of an unoccupied office where the door was left open. Items belonging to the university were determined to be missing. The individual was observed getting on a white bicycle and riding away.

Temple Hall burglary suspect photo

This incident is being investigated by the Springfield Police Department.

Reminder:

  • Do not leave items of value unattended.
  • Lock spaces when not in use.
  • Keep keys with you at all times.
  • Report suspicious activity to University Safety at 417-836-5509

Filed Under: Crime

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