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The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

We are CWRU PD

Sergeant Jeffrey Daberko September 4, 2015

When I started with Case Western Reserve University PD I quickly got used to the fact that I was going to be asked a lot of questions, and that people who spotted you walking around campus would assume...

CWRU Police Blotter: August 19 to 26

Aquene Kimmel, News Editor August 28, 2015

Aug. 19: Petty theft—Cell phone taken from restroom in Nord Hall Aug. 20: Felony theft—Backpack taken from office in Robbins Building Aug. 20: Petty theft—Shoplifter found in store at Barnes and...

Welcome back and some tips for campus living

Sergeant Jeffrey Daberko August 28, 2015

The Case Western Reserve University Police Department would like to extend a hearty welcome back to all our returning students, especially to the class of 2019. While having the place to ourselves all...

CWRU Police Blotter, May 1 to August 16

August 21, 2015

With at least 36 bicycle thefts or attempted bicycle thefts reported so far this summer, one of the biggest lessons from the recent crime logs is to lock up your bike. The Case Western Reserve University...

James Repicky worked for the police for over 30 years before resigning. Now, he is back to run the University Circle Police Department.

The new chief in town

Anmol Nigam, Contributing Writer August 21, 2015

As of June 14, the University Circle Police Department has a new face. The former Chief John Pavelich has retired and Chief Jim Repicky is now in command of the department and its 25 officers. "I had...

So long, farewell, auf wiedersehen, goodbye

We have reached the end of the academic year and the final On the Beat column. Commencement 2015, which once seemed like a distant mirage, is now right around the corner. The Case Western Reserve University...

CWRU Police Blotter, April 2 to April 8

April 10, 2015

April 2: Petty theft—cell phone taken from common area, Norton House. April 2: Felony theft—wallet taken from common area, Norton House. April 3: Bicycle theft—bike taken from rack, Staley House. April...

The secrets of Safe Ride

Aneeka Ayyar, Staff Reporter April 3, 2015
Safe Ride shuttles transport students across campus late at night. David Allen, one of the drivers, tells us the secrets of his work.

CWRU Police Blotter, March 25 to April 1

April 3, 2015

March 26: Obstructing official business—fake ID presented at door, The Jolly Scholar. March 27: Assault—employee assaulted by former boyfriend, Case School of Dental Medicine. March 28: Obstructing...

Hill street blues

Unless you have been living in a cave, you have probably noticed that the police have been in the headlines a lot lately. From events in distant places like Missouri and New York City to events here in...

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