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Attempted robbery occurs in off-campus area
An attempted robbery occurred near Chittenden Avenue around 12:30 a.m. Friday.
Armed robbery occurs on East 12th Avenue, no injuries reported
One person, who is not an Ohio State student, faculty or staff member, was robbed at gunpoint near East 12th Avenue and Summit Street just before 6 p.m. Thursday.
Ohio State introduces new community patrol team to address off-campus crime
Ohio State will add another community patrol team to the off-campus area Wednesday through Saturday nights.
Ohio State increases crime patrols, adds private security
Ohio State will work with the private sector to increase security patrols and safety measures in the university area.
University to host Community Police Academy, hope to improve community relations
University Police will hold training sessions this fall in an effort to improve relationships between officers and students.
Off-campus crime decreases 39 percent following university’s new safety measures
University President Kristina M. Johnson announced in an email Tuesday that serious crime incidents in the University District are down 39 percent since Aug. 27.
Ohio State parent shot near Drinko Hall
A mother of an Ohio State student was shot in the leg near Drinko Hall along North High Street Saturday.
Police address off-campus crime, plans to increase safety measures
Standing in the shade of Indianola Presbyterian Church Wednesday afternoon, leaders of both Columbus Police and University Police said they are working to slow the increase in violent crime in the off-campus area — crime that is also rising throughout other Columbus neighborhoods.
Safety tips and resources for the new semester
With the new semester underway and multiple recent crime reports in the university area, Ohio State offers a range of safety resources to keep students safe.