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Update: Suspects in robbery arrested and charged

November 18, 2022 by David Hall

On Nov. 11, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested two men who are suspects in the robbery that occurred near campus on Nov. 6. The suspects were arrested in Cooper County, Missouri on unrelated charges. The prosecutor’s office has filed 1st-degree robbery charges against Antonio Benford and Jordan Dickerson for the robbery committed in Springfield.

The Springfield Police Department highlight these arrests in the November 17, 2022 Trending Crime Update. https://cityview.springfieldmo.gov/trending-crime-update-november-17-2022/

 

 

Filed Under: Uncategorized

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 alert

Campus Safety Alert for an On-campus Disturbance

January 24, 2022 by Andrew Englert

At approximately 11:00 a.m., an individual was observed outside of JQH Arena, 685 S John Q Hammons Parkway, disrobing and discharging a flare gun. SPD and Campus Safety responded to the area and contacted the individual. The individual refused to answer questions and provided irrational responses about what he was doing on campus.  The individual was identified, arrested by SPD for outstanding warrants, and taken to jail.

Reminders:

  • Be aware of your surroundings and alert to suspicious activity.
  • Immediately report suspicious activity to the Springfield Police Department at 9-1-1.

Filed Under: Campus Safety Notice

Campus Safety Alert for an On-campus Disturbance

January 22, 2022 by Andrew Englert

At approximately 7:30 a.m., an individual entered a MSU employee’s vehicle in Lot 8, 960 E Harrison Ave, and demanded a ride. The employee told the individual that they would not provide a ride and that the individual should exit the vehicle. The individual complied with the request and exited the vehicle. The incident was reported to Campus Safety and the Springfield Police Department. The individual was identified and banned from campus.

Reminders:

  • Always lock your vehicle.
  • Be aware of your surroundings and alert to suspicious activity.
  • Immediately report suspicious activity to the Springfield Police Department at 9-1-1.

Filed Under: Campus Safety Notice

Timely warning for an on-campus burglary

November 4, 2021 by Andrew Englert

The Springfield Police Department is investigating a report of a burglary that occurred on campus. The incident occurred at 11:51 p.m. on Wednesday, November 3, at Darr Agricultural Center, 2401 S. Kansas Expressway. An individual entered the property and stole equipment from a storage building.

If you have any information concerning this incident, you are encouraged to contact the Springfield Police Department at 417-864-1810 or 9-1-1 for immediate assistance.

Reminder:

  • Do not leave doors unlocked. If you leave your room even for a moment, make sure the door is locked.
  • Report suspicious individuals to the Springfield Police Department at 9-1-1 or to University Safety at 417-836-5509.
  • Do not attempt to confront suspicious persons.
  • If you have information concerning these incidents, 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: Timely Warning, Uncategorized

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