Contact OSU Police
To Report an Emergency: dial 9-1-1
General Non-emergency: 614-292-2121
Note: If calling from a campus phone, only dial the last five digits (e.g. 2-2121).
Welcome!
Although public safety is our job, it is the responsibility of
everyone at the University. Through programs of education,
information, and active police and security presence we endeavor to
ensure that students, faculty, and staff are free from safety
distractions so that they may learn, teach, and conduct research.
Creative and informative crime prevention, fire prevention, and
international travel safety programs, which are available on this
site, represent efforts to provide a customer service to meet
contemporary needs. We welcome the opportunity to serve as well as
receive suggestions from members of the community.
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$8,000 Reward Offered in OSU Campus Threats
Central Ohio Crime Stoppers is teaming up with The Ohio State University and Campus Crime Stoppers in offering a reward of up to $8,000
in the recent series of cyber-threats received on the OSU campus. Early on the morning of April 2nd, it was reported that an unknown suspect
posted threats of violence against students on numerous websites, including online gaming sites. Police at OSU indicate that the threats included
mass shootings in cafeterias as well as bombs being placed at undisclosed locations on the OSU campus.
Please click here for the full media release and contact information.
The Ohio State University Police Division Participates in
CALEA Accreditation Process
The Ohio State University Police Division is pursuing
accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc.
CALEA accreditation confirms that OSU PD is meeting internationally recognized
best practices of law enforcement agency standards.
"We firmly believe that CALEA accreditation will enhance the professional reputation of our
agency, increase public trust and assure The Ohio State University community that our Division
of Police is constantly working to provide the highest level of service to the university
community," said Ohio State University Police Chief Paul Denton.
Please click here for the full media release and contact information.
Franklin County DUI Task Force Results
The Franklin County DUI Task Force, including the Ohio State University Police Division and the
Franklin County Sheriff's Office, conducted a low man sobriety checkpoint on North High Street at
17th Avenue, in the city of Columbus. The checkpoint was in operation from 9:00 pm on Saturday
March 16, 2013 until 3:00 am, on March 17th.
Please click here for the full media release and contact information.
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Campus Public Safety Notices
The Campus Public Safety Notice ("Notice") is provided to give students, faculty and staff timely notification of crimes that may present a threat to the campus community and to heighten safety awareness. In general, criminal suspects are unknown to the victims. However, in the instance of a violent crime occurring between two individuals who know each other, University Police will look at each instance to determine if the suspect poses a continued threat to the campus community and issue a warning where necessary. The Notice also seeks information that may lead to arrest and conviction of the offender when violent crimes against persons or major crimes against property have been reported to the police.
Ohio State University Police are responsible for a Public Safety Notice when a crime is reported to or brought to the attention of the Ohio State University Police, and that crime represents a threat to the safety of members of the campus community. Information for alerts also comes from other law enforcement agencies or other offices. Every attempt will be made to distribute the Notice within 12 hours of the time the incident is reported; however, the release is subject to the availability of accurate facts concerning the incident. Notices are distributed to on-campus offices, residence halls and libraries, off-campus businesses, on- and off-campus postings and the Internet.
To register to receive Public Safety Notices, go to http://dps.osu.edu/police/psn/
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Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report - Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act report for The Ohio State University has been released. The report is available here Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report
or as a PDF download
Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report (PDF).
Copies of this annual report may be printed in PDF format from the OSU Department of Public Safety web site or requested from the following offices: University Police, The Department of Public Safety, The Office of Student Life, The Office of Student Judicial Affairs or The Office of Human Resources.
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Preventing Thefts from Autos
Safety Tip from The Ohio State University Police Division: Preventing Thefts from Autos
Criminals often roam parking lots and streets looking to steal items from vehicles. They utilize the "smash and grab" technique: smashing a window and grabbing the items of value from the car. This process takes no more than a matter of seconds. When possible, take your valuables with you. Laptop computers, purses, briefcases, cell phones and other small electronics are easy and popular targets for thieves. If you must leave valuables in your car, secure them out of sight in a locked compartment or trunk.
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Computer and Internet Safety Tips
Please see the following document for some ideas on how to protect yourself on the Internet and while using computers.
Computer and Internet Safety Tips (PDF).
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2012-2013 Calendar
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