Graphic File PhotoPepperdine's Department of Public Safety recorded three more instances of theft on campus — one at the Rockwell Academic Center on Sept. 3, one taking place at the Thornton Administrative Center on Sept. 23 and another at Facilities Services on Sept. 25.Since July 29, there have been 16 instances of theft on campus — 14 in academic buildings and … [Read more...] about DPS Crime Report Reflects More Theft on Campus
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DPS Crime Report Reveals Multiple Thefts
Graphic File PhotoThe Department of Public Safety's Daily Crime Log and Fire Report reveals multiple thefts from the Thornton Administration Center reported between July 29 and Aug. 25.Of the crimes, four are recorded as grand theft of property and four as petty theft. All crimes are listed as "closed and pending further," which, according to the Department of Public Safety, … [Read more...] about DPS Crime Report Reveals Multiple Thefts
Students Feel Safe on Campus and in Malibu Despite Crime Increases
Pepperdine University and the surrounding Malibu area both have a reputation for being secluded and safe. While overall crime rates at the University and in Malibu have fallen, certain crimes — such as burglary and weapons charges — have trended upward in recent years. In 2019, people in Malibu reported 1,128 crimes in the area, showing a decline in total reported crime … [Read more...] about Students Feel Safe on Campus and in Malibu Despite Crime Increases
DPS evaluates recent on-campus thefts
Staff members have reported four thefts to the Department of Public Safety over the past month, including stolen luggage, equipment and jewelry. For a university that typically receives only a few more than a dozen theft reports each year, according to DPS Lieutenant Tad Nelson, the recent upsurge in larceny has raised some eyebrows. “We have a very, very low rate of … [Read more...] about DPS evaluates recent on-campus thefts
