Safety and Crime Alerts

Timely Warning for an on campus rape.

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The Springfield Police Department is investigating a report of a rape that occurred on campus. The incident occurred at 2:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 24, on lot 40, 213 S. Jefferson. A female was forced into a vehicle parked on lot 40 and sexually assaulted by a male she did not know. Neither individual is affiliated with Missouri State University.

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:

Sexual assault is never the fault of the victim.  Below are some safety suggestions for all members of our community to consider that could prevent harm:

  • Be active in supporting a safe and respectful community. If you see others engaging in disrespectful or inappropriate actions, speak up and get involved, or contact someone else to assist.

 

  • Trust your instincts and do not ignore signs of trouble. If you feel uneasy or sense something is wrong: leave quickly, ask for help if there is someone nearby, or call 9-1-1.

 

 

 

  • Stay with the crowd. Less bad things happen when you are with people you know and trust.

 

  • Watch out for your friends and have them watch out for you.

 

  • Be aware of your surroundings and alert to suspicious activity.

 

At Missouri State University we are committed to a safe environment for all students. To learn more about Missouri State University’s Sexual Assault resources visit:

https://www.missouristate.edu/titleix/

http://missouristate.edu/greendot

Campus Safety Alert for an off campus shooting

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The Springfield Police Department (SPD) is investigating a report of a motor vehicle accident that occurred near the intersection of Grand & National Avenue. The accident occurred just after 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 1. The SPD officers arrived and found a vehicle that had crashed near Grand and National Avenue. Inside the vehicle, they found an individual with a gunshot wound. The SPD closed the intersections of Bear & National and Grand & National to investigate the accident. During the investigation, the SPD learned that a shooting occurred at a location in north Springfield. The accident occurred while the occupants of the crashed vehicle were transporting the victim to the hospital.

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

  • If you witness a motor vehicle accident, contact the Springfield Police Department at 9-1-1.
  • If you have information about criminal activity, report it anonymously the crime stoppers tip line at 417-869-8477.

Timely Warning for an on campus robbery

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The Springfield Police Department is investigating a report of robbery that occurred on campus. The incident occurred at 9:35 p.m. on Monday, August 17, on the sidewalk outside of JQH Arena. A vehicle stopped on JQH Parkway, the suspect exited the passenger side of the vehicle, approached the two students, and took the victim’s belongings. The suspect returned to the vehicle, the vehicle headed south on JQH Parkway, turned around at the Plaster Student Union. And departed campus north bound on JQH Parkway. A weapon was not displayed.

The suspect is described as a black male, with short hair, wearing a black jacket with a white ‘V’ on the front, and long pants. The victims were unable to describe the driver of the vehicle. The vehicle is compact car, possibly a dark colored 1990’s model Pontiac Grand Am.

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:

 

Timely Warning for an on campus motor vehicle theft

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Since July 28, there have been five motor vehicle thefts reported on or near campus. Three of the incidents occurred at student organizations on Elm Street and two incidents occurred on campus parking lots. Three of the vehicles did not show any sign of forced entry, one vehicle was entered by force, and the keys were left in the last vehicle.

The incidents were reported to the Springfield Police Department. One vehicle was recovered and a suspect was arrested during the recovery of the vehicle. The Springfield Police Department is investigating the incidents.

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:

  •  Always lock your vehicle
  • Remove your keys and items of value from your vehicle
  • If you see suspicious activity, contact Springfield Police at 9-1-1

Campus Safety Notice Off Campus Robbery

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At approximately 1:15 a.m. a robbery was reported at the Break Time gas station located at Grand and National. A white male, described as in his thirties, with a mustache and wearing a dark hoodie, entered the store, grabbed a cash register and displayed a weapon that was not a firearm. The suspect then exited the store and headed east toward Glenstone.

No one was injured during the incident. The Springfield Police Department is investigating this incident.

Tips

Always be aware of your surroundings.

Report suspicious activity to the Springfield Police Department at 9-1-1