UPennAlert Archive for Large Demonstration at
May 2, 2024 11:19 am
Large Demonstration |
Penn Public Safety issued a UPennAlert at 11:19 a.m. and continues to provide updates to inform the Penn community of a large demonstration on College Green that is impacting pedestrian traffic in the area. Penn Police remain on site to ensure safety with the support of Philadelphia Police.
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Update: 4:45pm: Reduced number of demonstrators in the area of College Green. Police remain on scene.
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Update: 2:20pm: Large demonstration in area of College Green continues. Police on scene, use caution, avoid the immediate area.
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Update: 1:00pm: Large demonstration in area of College Green continues. Police on scene, use caution, avoid the immediate area.
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Update: 11:50am: Large demonstration continues. Police on scene, use caution, avoid the immediate area.
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UPennAlert: Large demonstration in the area of College Green.
Increased police activity in the area. Police on scene, use caution, avoid the immediate area.
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The Division of Public Safety has developed a few helpful risk reduction strategies outlined below. Know that it is never the fault of the person impacted (victim/survivor) by crime.
- Stay out of immediate area.
- Stay alert and reduce distractions; using cellphones, ear buds, etc. may limit your awareness.
- Orient yourself to your surroundings. (Identify your location, nearby exits, etc.)
- Utilize 24/7/365 Walking Escort services (215-898-WALK/9255).