08/29/2025
Public Safety Informational Notice: Burglary Reported Off-Campus
On Friday, August 29, around noon, the Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Syracuse Police Department (SPD) responded to an off-campus burglary report involving Syracuse University students. The investigation determined that an unknown individual entered the off-campus residence through an unlocked rear door and stole several electronic items, along with a pick-up truck. The burglary is believed to have occurred between midnight and 10:00 a.m.
As a reminder, students, faculty and staff should remain alert and take proactive measures to protect their personal safety while on, off and near campus. By remaining vigilant and looking out for one another, we can help ensure a safe and secure environment for our entire community.
Please keep the following safety measures in mind:
As always, make sure your door is locked when you leave – even it’s just for a few minutes. But also make sure the door is locked when you’re inside your apartment, especially if you’ll be upstairs or sleeping. Many times, a thief will enter an unlocked residence to find that they have free reign on the bottom floor of the house, because all of its residents are on the second floor.
Be sure all outdoor lighting features on your apartment are working. If they malfunction, notify your landlord and/or FixIT right away.
Place valuable items out of sight and preferably in locked areas. A laptop, a PS5, or an iPhone are easy targets for potential thieves.
Do not leave vehicle keys in common areas of the residence where they can be taken if someone gains entry.
Report all suspicious people or activities to DPS at 315.443.2224 or SPD at 911.
In addition, if you work on campus, we recommend the following safety strategies:
Control access to your area by accounting for keys and ensuring someone is at the entrance of your office space (receptionist, administrative staff) at all times.
Always secure windows and doors when the office is closed for business.
During business hours, secure your valuables in a drawer, closet or locker. NEVER leave them unattended and/or unsecured, for any amount of time.
Report all suspicious people or activities immediately to DPS at 315.443.2224.
Remove as many opportunities for crime to occur as possible. One of the best ways of doing this is to report any suspicious activity you observe.
If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Syracuse Police Department at 315.442.5222 or the Syracuse University Department of Public Safety at 315.443.2224. If you would like to anonymously report NON-EMERGENCY information for DPS, you can use the Silent Witness tool or the Orange Safe app.
If you or someone you know has been affected by an incident on or near campus, please know that there are resources available to you. In addition, for your safety, please review these suggested safety strategies.
This public safety information is issued for your safety in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act.
