CONTENT WARNING: This edition of the blotter contains mentions of sexual assault and suicidal ideation. Please use discretion when proceeding.
Oct. 28 – University Police received an ePhone activation in Building D. The dispatcher determined that an individual had accidentally pressed the call button.
Oct. 28 – University Police responded to a fire alarm activation at the Equestrian Center. The responding officer was unable to determine the cause. The alarm panel was reset and a message was left for Safety.
Oct. 28 – University Police responded to a fire alarm activation in Building B. The responding officer determined the cause to be burnt macaroni and cheese. The alarm panel was reset.
Oct. 28 – University Police received an elevator ePhone activation in Rhoads Hall. The dispatcher determined that an individual had accidentally pressed the call button.
Oct. 28 – While University Police were working a campus event at Campus Drive, an individual approached an officer and reported that a person seated at a picnic table might need medical attention. Police and EMS responded and determined that the individual was experiencing dizziness, a headache, eye pain, chest tightness, abdominal pain and a fever. The individual was transported to Grove City Medical Center for future evaluation.
Oct. 29 – University Police received a call regarding a deer entangled in batting cage netting at Kasnevich Field. A PA Game Warden was contacted and responded to campus. Upon arrival, the warden freed the deer from the netting, however, the deer was deceased. The warden then removed the deer from campus.
Oct. 29 – University Police received a report of a drone flying over the police station and ATS area. Police attempted to contact administration and were provided with the name of an individual who had permission to operate a drone in the area. However, officers were unable to make contact with that individual to confirm their involvement.
Oct. 29 – University Police provided assistance to an individual who was relocating from their door to another campus residential suite.
Oct. 30 – University Police responded to an alarm at the Campus Success Center. It was determined that Facilities was working and accidentally set off the alarm. The panel was reset.
Oct. 30 – A person reported that they believe they are being extorted. The case is under investigation.
Oct. 30 – University Police received a call for a person having a seizure at the Swope Commuter Lot. EMS checked on the person. The person refused transport.
Oct. 30 – University Police responded to a smoke detector alarm in Building F. The occupant refused to let the officer check the detector. Resident Life staff were notified and responded. The occupant then let the officer check, where they found that the cause was a spray paint can. The panel was reset.
Oct. 31 – University Police responded to an alarm in Rock Apartment 1. It is unknown why the alarm went off. Safety was left a message to check the detector.
Oct. 31 – University Police were called for a large group not leaving their cars at Rock Pride Drive. The cars were moved and the people left the area without incident.
Oct. 31 – University Police were called about a vehicle throwing cans out the window at Rock Pride Drive. Police checked the area and the car was not located. The caller stated the incident happened 20 minutes before they called police.
Oct. 31 – University Police received a call for a disturbance/threats being made in Building D. The case is under investigation.
Oct. 31 – University Police are currently investigating a report of damage to a railing in the Quad.
Nov. 1 – University Police are currently investigating a reported sexual assault that allegedly occurred in early September 2026 in Building D.
Nov. 1 – University Police responded to a smoke detector activation in Building F. This was the second time Safety was notified to look into this.
Nov. 1 – University Police responded to a medical incident with a highly intoxicated person who fell and hurt his eye at Building A. EMS responded and transported the person to a hospital.
Nov. 1 – University Police responded to a hit-and-run that damaged a vehicle at the Campus Success Center Lot. The case is currently under investigation.
Nov. 1 – University Police responded to a vehicle accident at Lower Stadium A. Both parties exchanged information and no injuries were reported.
Nov. 2 – University Police received a report of two scooters stolen from outside a building in the Quad. A witness reported observing two males riding scooters around the Quad area. With assistance of Slippery Rock Borough Police, University Police apprehended two males and one female. All three individuals were transported to the police station, where they were processed and subsequently transported to the Butler County Jail. Charges of theft and receiving stolen property were filed.
Nov. 2 – University Police received a fire alarm activation in Building E. Police dispatched Safety, who determined the cause to be burnt food. The alarm panel was reset.
Nov. 2 – University Police assisted Slippery Rock Fire and EMS with establishing a landing zone for STAT MedEvac, which responded to transport an injured individual.
Nov. 2 – University Police received a call from a concerned parent requesting a welfare check on their child, who had reportedly been awake for approximately 24 hours and was experiencing a significant amount of stress. Police located the individual and confirmed they were okay and in the company of their sibling.
Nov. 2 – Butler County 911 contacted dispatch and advised that an ambulance had been dispatched for an individual experiencing a seizure at Scarnati Marching Band Field. Police and EMS arrived on scene. The individual refused further medical treatment.
Nov. 3 – University Police responded to a fire alarm activation in Building F. The responding officer determined that the possible cause was an electric fragrance diffuser. The alarm panel was reset.
Nov. 3 – A Pennsylvania State Police trooper requested information regarding an individual who is the subject of an ongoing investigation. The requested information was provided to the trooper.
Nov. 3 – Slippery Rock Borough Police requested assistance at the station regarding a vehicle accident.
Nov. 3 – University Police received a request from a faculty member to conduct a welfare check on an individual reported experiencing suicidal ideation. Police responded and made contact with the individual. The responding officer requested EMS, who arrived on scene and transported the individual to Butler Memorial Hospital for further evaluation.
