Crime
UPDATED: Sheraton employees plead guilty to defrauding Penn of over $3 million
On Wednesday, Kenneth Kapikian and Dennis Gagliardi pled guilty in Pennsylvania federal court to defrauding Penn of more than $3 million.
Crime Log: May 22 — June 4
See what crimes occurred in the Penn Patrol Zone between May 22 and June 4.
Colleges' focus on diversity may leave Asians at an admissions disadvantage
A Princeton University study found that identifying as Asian on a college application translates to the same disadvantage as scoring 50 points lower on the SAT.
Another robbery hits campus, one of nearly 10 this semester
A “strong-arm” robbery prompted a UPenn Alert on Thursday afternoon.Crime Log: April 16 - April 22
See what crimes occurred in the Penn Patrol Zone between April 16 and April 22.
Smokes' bouncer shares experience with fake IDs
Somewhere around a third of underage people in the city of Philadelphia are carrying around a fake ID, according to an article on Billy Penn.
Penn Police sensitivity trainings aim to combat excessive use of force
Seven cases involving the use of excessive force and violation of civil rights have been filed against the Penn Police force since 2012.
Alleged hate crime during Fling prompts students to launch police investigation
After an alleged hate crime during Fling involving death threats and racial slurs, several students have opened an investigation with Special Services at the Division of Public Safety.
Suspects of alleged armed robbery still not found
The suspects allegedly robbed a 7-11 on 42nd and Walnut Streets.
Crime Log: April 9 - April 16
See what crimes occurred in the Penn Patrol Zone between April 9 and April 16.
Penn Law professor tackles juvenile murder verdict
In August 2013, four teenagers — Jose Quiroz, Blake Layman, Anthony Sharp and Levi Sparks were charged with the felony murder of their friend, Danzele Johnson who died at the hands of a third party.
Fling alcohol citations down over 90 percent from last year
This Spring Fling, the Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement officers checked issued only two citations for underage drinking — down from 35 during last year’s Fling.
Activism continues at Penn but remains silent on a major national issue
In late March dash cam footage showing a police officer shooting an unarmed black man in the back sparked national outrage.
Penn Police arrests suspect in string of recent harassments
Penn Police stopped the suspect at 40th and Market Streets after he tried to rob and assault two victims who reported the incident.
Phones stolen at Spring Fling fraternity party
Penn Police is currently investigating the thefts.
TD Bank robbery could be connected to 10 other recent cases
On April 9, Penn and Philadelphia police responded to a robbery alarm at the TD Bank located at 3737 Walnut Street.
Wristbands for Fling parties create culture of exclusivity
Students say wristbands had the potential to leave people out, because of their price and limited quantity.
?Crime Log: April 2 - April 9
See what crimes happened in the Penn Patrol Zone from April 2 to April 9.
Justice Department finds over-use of force by Philly Police
Fifty-nine of the suspects who were shot by Philadelphia Police were unarmed, according to the report.