Daily Crime Log
The Daily Crime Log is published in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act. It contains the previous 60 days of criminal and other significant incidents reported to the Cornell Police Department occurring within its patrol jurisdiction and on the university’s on-campus, non-campus, and public property, as defined by the Law.
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Incident Type | Report Number | Reported | Occurred | Location | Narrative | Disposition |
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Burglary | 25-13932 | 05/26/25 23:15 | 05/21/25 11:00 – 05/25/25 21:00 | Ganedago Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of two secured empty carry on luggage bags. Value: $150.00 | Closed |
Larceny - Theft Automobile | 25-13828 | 05/25/25 23:33 | 05/25/25 10:00 – 23:37 | 124 Triphammer Road | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding the theft of a motor vehicle. Investigation revealed no theft occurred, vehicle was located intact. | Unfounded |
Driving While Intoxicated, Traffic Offense | 25-13823 | 05/25/25 21:18 | 05/25/25 21:16 – 05/26/25 02:05 | Pine Tree Road | Manning, Kuan L., Ithaca, NY was referred to Ithaca Town Court. | Arrest |
Larceny | 25-13780 | 05/25/25 13:31 | 12/08/24 12:00 – 05/25/25 13:00 | George Jameson Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their Roadmaster mountain bike from the bike storage room. Value: $100.00 | Closed |
Unlawful Posting Advertisement | 25-13679 | 05/24/25 13:38 | 05/24/25 13:37 – 14:01 | Trolley Foot Bridge Area | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding an unknown individual passing out unauthorized flyers. Upon officers arrival the individual had left the area in an unknown direction. | Closed |
Agency Assistance | 25-13668 | 05/24/25 10:39 | 05/24/25 10:39 – 11:49 | Barton Hall | Cornell University Police assisted the Syracuse City Police Department with a suspicious vehicle complaint. | Closed |
Violation Campus Code | 25-13664 | 05/24/25 09:12 | 05/24/25 09:10 – 10:04 | Lynah Rink Exterior | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding two unknown individuals passing out unauthorized flyers. The individuals were located and escorted from the area without incident. | Closed |
Criminal Tampering | 25-13661 | 05/24/25 07:53 | 05/24/25 07:53 – 08:12 | Schoellkopf Stadium | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding graffiti painted on several post near the field. | Closed |
Criminal Mischief | 25-13658 | 05/24/25 07:49 | 05/24/25 07:49 – 08:29 | Crescent Lot | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding graffiti painted on several posts. | Closed |
Criminal Mischief, Trespass | 25-13656 | 05/24/25 06:18 | 05/24/25 06:18 – 07:05 | Arts Quad Ezra Cornell Statue | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding three individuals hanging laminated signs from the statue. The individuals were located, identified and issued Persona-Non-Grata's. The signs were removed without incident. | Closed |
Criminal Mischief | 25-13655 | 05/24/25 05:45 | 05/24/25 04:01 – 04:05 | Dwyer Dam Bridge | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding three unknown individuals painting graffiti on the concrete wall. Upon officers arrival the individuals had left the area in an unknown direction. | Closed |
Larceny | 25-13591 | 05/23/25 17:07 | 05/21/25 15:00 – 16:00 | Goldwin Smith Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their unsecured wallet, passport, cash, bankcards and medical record from the atrium cafe area. | Closed |
Trespass | 25-13559 | 05/23/25 04:45 | 05/22/25 05:00 – 05:10 | Wilson Synchrotron Lab Dumpster | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding two unknown individuals dumpster diving. The individuals had left the area in an unknown direction. | Closed |
Trespass | 25-13556 | 05/23/25 03:44 | 05/23/25 03:44 – 04:08 | Teagle Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding six unknown individuals attempting to enter the pool area. Upon officers arrival all the individuals had left the area in an unknown direction. | Closed |
Criminal Mischief, Unauthorized Use-Motor Vehicle | 25-13544 | 05/23/25 02:20 | 05/22/25 18:00 – 23:00 | Clara Dickson Hall Exterior | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding the theft of a Cornell Catering Cushman Hauler 1200 golf cart. The golf cart was located with damage done to the ignition. | Closed |
Unlawful Posting Advertisement | 25-13479 | 05/22/25 16:57 | 05/22/25 16:56 – 17:39 | Hu Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding an unauthorized poster placed on an exterior door on the second floor. | Closed |
Criminal Mischief | 25-13468 | 05/22/25 16:04 | 05/09/25 16:00 – 05/13/25 12:00 | Willard Straight Hall Parking Area | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding the bumper and headlights damaged on a parked golf cart. | Closed |
Larceny | 25-13467 | 05/22/25 15:20 | 05/22/25 14:30 – 14:40 | Barton Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their unsecured Cornell bag and AirPods. The AirPods were recovered intact. | Unfounded |
Fraud | 25-13461 | 05/22/25 14:10 | 04/20/25 00:01 – 23:59 | Biotech | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student that is a victim of a fraudulent telephone scam involving their passport. Value: $1200.00 | Closed |
Harassment | 25-13460 | 05/22/25 14:09 | 05/22/25 14:08 – 14:47 | Central Avenue | Officer dispatched to take a report from an individual regarding a verbal altercation involving a road rage incident. | Closed |
Aggravated Harassment | 25-13454 | 05/22/25 10:30 | 05/22/25 09:10 – 09:20 | Day Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member that received a harassing telephone and email message from an unknown individual. | Pending |
Trespass | 25-13431 | 05/22/25 04:07 | 05/22/25 04:05 – 04:28 | Arts Quad/McGraw Tower Construction Area | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding two unknown individuals in the construction fenced in area near McGraw Tower. Upon officers arrival the individuals had left the area and the fencing was intact. | Closed |
Burglary | 25-13317 | 05/21/25 05:18 | 05/20/25 05:45 – 05/21/25 05:05 | Lynah Rink | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding the possible theft of a Hockey trophy. The trophy was recovered intact. | Unfounded |
Trespass | 25-13261 | 05/21/25 00:12 | 05/21/25 00:12 – 00:22 | Jessup Fields Dumpsters | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding two female individuals dumpster diving in the area. Individuals were located, rendered necessary advice and left the area without incident. | Closed |
Trespass | 25-13259 | 05/20/25 23:53 | 05/20/25 23:53 – 05/21/25 00:40 | Mary Donlon Hall Dumpster | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding two unknown individuals dumpster diving. The individuals were located, identified, issued Persona-Non-Grata's and escorted from the area without incident. | Closed |
Larceny | 25-13213 | 05/20/25 14:04 | 05/20/25 12:30 – 14:00 | Clara Dickson Hall Loading Dock Area | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding the theft of a secured HiBoy G60 Pro electric bicycle. The lock had been cut and left behind. Value: $1600.00 | Closed |
Agency Assistance | 25-13209 | 05/20/25 12:43 | 05/20/25 12:42 – 12:45 | Barton Hall | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with requested pedigree information. | Closed |
Larceny | 25-13208 | 05/20/25 12:30 | 05/19/25 16:00 – 05/20/25 02:00 | Olin Hall Bike Rack | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their unsecured Raleigh mountain bicycle. | Closed |
Menacing | 25-13198 | 05/20/25 10:41 | 05/20/25 01:00 – 01:06 | TCAT Bus College Avenue & Campus Road | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding an unknown male individual brandished a knife and then was threatened after a brief verbal dispute while riding on a TCAT bus. | Closed |
Agency Assistance | 25-13139 | 05/20/25 02:02 | 05/20/25 02:02 – 02:08 | Barton Hall | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with requested pedigree information. | Closed |
Agency Assistance | 25-13095 | 05/19/25 18:12 | 05/18/25 16:28 – 16:40 | Stewart Avenue Bridge | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with a reported suspicious circumstance. | Closed |
Trespass | 25-13094 | 05/19/25 18:05 | 05/19/25 18:02 – 18:43 | Toni Morrison Hall Dumpster | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding a female individual in the dumpster. The individual was located and identified as a Cornell student that was retrieving personal property that had been accidently thrown out. | Unfounded |
Larceny | 25-13082 | 05/19/25 14:58 | 05/07/25 14:49 – 16:29 | Library Slope Area | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their David Yurman Waves Dagger Amulet pendant. Value: $950.00 | Closed |
Larceny | 25-12895 | 05/17/25 22:19 | 05/17/25 13:00 – 14:00 | LR#6 | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their unsecured MacBook Air laptop computer and Kate Spade purse from the lobby area. Value: $1285.00 | Closed |
Criminal Mischief | 25-12869 | 05/17/25 16:44 | 05/17/25 16:44 – 17:46 | Sheldon Court | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding unknown individuals throwing eggs from a fourth floor vacant apartment window at moving vehicles. Upon officers arrival the unknown individuals had left the area in an unknown direction. | Closed |
Trespass | 25-12852 | 05/17/25 14:25 | 05/17/25 14:25 – 14:35 | Mary Donlon Hall Exterior Area | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding four unknown male individuals driving around the area possibly dumpster diving. Upon officers arrival the unknown individuals had left the area in an unknown direction. | Closed |
Larceny | 25-12849 | 05/17/25 12:05 | 05/17/25 09:00 – 11:00 | Toni Morrison Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their unsecured Kanken backpack, two Owala water bottles, and two Northface hooded jackets from the second floor lounge. Value: $170.00 | Closed |
Larceny | 25-12831 | 05/17/25 08:09 | 04/23/25 17:00 – 05/17/25 07:40 | Gates Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of a men's Rand Brilliant diamond ring. The ring was recovered intact. Value: $4300.00 | Unfounded |
Larceny | 25-12753 | 05/16/25 18:58 | 05/16/25 14:00 – 17:00 | Ginsburg Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their unsecured suitcase and duffel bag from the hallway. Value: $200.00 | Closed |
Violation Campus Code | 25-12738 | 05/16/25 15:35 | 05/16/25 15:35 – 16:00 | Keeton House Dumpster | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding two individuals dumpster diving. The non-affiliated individuals were located, identified and rendered necessary advice. | Closed |
Trespass | 25-12691 | 05/16/25 05:03 | 05/16/25 05:03 – 06:43 | Cascadilla Hall Dumpster | Officer dispatched to take a report from a female individual that was dumpster diving and allegedly found a backpack with a gun in it and an unknown male individual sleeping in the dumpster. Upon officers arrival the unknown male individual and backpack had left the area in an unknown direction. Necessary advice was rendered to the non-affiliated female individual. | Closed |
Larceny | 25-12620 | 05/15/25 21:07 | 05/13/25 15:30 – 15:35 | Teagle Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their unsecured Apple AirPod charging case from the second floor area. The case was recovered intact. Value: $36.00 | Unfounded |
Harassment | 25-12597 | 05/15/25 16:34 | 05/15/25 16:34 – 17:10 | Alice H Cook House Loading Dock Area | Officer dispatched to take a report from an individual that was verbally harassed by an unknown individual. | Closed |
Agency Assistance | 25-12568 | 05/15/25 12:08 | 05/15/25 12:08 – 12:12 | Barton Hall | Cornell University Police assisted the Tompkins County Sheriff's Department with requested pedigree information. | Closed |
Criminal Tampering | 25-12546 | 05/15/25 07:11 | 05/15/25 07:11 – 07:33 | Ho Plaza Area | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding unknown individuals postering on the plaza. Upon officers arrival the individuals had left the area in an unknown direction. | Closed |
Criminal Tampering | 25-12543 | 05/15/25 04:09 | 05/15/25 00:26 – 04:09 | Day Hall Exterior | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding unauthorized posters pasted in several locations around central campus by an unknown individual. | Closed |
Burglary | 25-12518 | 05/15/25 01:36 | 05/15/25 01:36 – 05:16 | 1 Forest Park Lane | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding unknown individuals entering the building through an unsecured window and stealing a taxidermy mounted deer head, taxidermy mounted Boar head and a porcelain piggy bank. The Boar head and piggy bank were recovered intact. Value: $525.00 | Closed |
Larceny | 25-12473 | 05/14/25 18:10 | 05/12/25 18:30 – 05/14/25 17:25 | Appel Commons | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their secured Fucare FW11 electric bike from the entrance staircase area. The U-lock had been cut off and left behind. Value: $1220.00 | Closed |
Trespass | 25-12469 | 05/14/25 17:46 | 05/14/25 17:45 – 18:10 | Snee Hall Exterior | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding two unknown male individuals on the roof top. Upon officers arrival the individuals had left the area in an unknown direction. | Closed |
Agency Assistance | 25-12415 | 05/14/25 09:59 | 05/14/25 09:59 – 14:48 | Liberty Street | Cornell University Police K9 Unit assisted the Owego Police Department with a K9 sweep. | Closed |
Criminal Mischief | 25-12406 | 05/14/25 09:05 | 05/13/25 18:30 – 05/14/25 09:05 | HR#1 | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding a first floor lounge window shattered with what appeared to be a glass water bottle thrown through it. | Closed |
Attempted Larceny, Criminal Mischief, Possession of Burglars Tools, Trespass | 25-12400 | 05/14/25 07:35 | 05/14/25 07:35 – 13:53 | Hasbrouck Apartments Exterior | Eastman, Graham T., Ithaca, NY was referred to Ithaca City Court. | Arrest |
Larceny | 25-12396 | 05/14/25 05:56 | 05/14/25 01:20 – 05:50 | McFaddin Hall Exterior Light Pole | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their secured NI- KQI 100P electric scooter. The cable lock had been cut and left behind. Value: $270.00 | Exceptional Clearance |
Criminal Mischief | 25-12342 | 05/13/25 23:10 | 05/13/25 23:10 – 23:30 | Barton Hall Exterior | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding two individuals possibly damaging the exterior bricks on the east side wall. The individuals were located, identified and investigation revealed there was no criminal violations occurring. | Unfounded |
Larceny | 25-12309 | 05/13/25 18:30 | 05/13/25 09:30 – 18:30 | Snee Hall Bike Rack | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their secured Fathom 1 Giant mountain bicycle. The U-lock had been damaged and removed. Value: $1600.00 | Closed |
Agency Assistance | 25-12180 | 05/12/25 18:38 | 05/12/25 18:38 – 18:44 | Ithaca College Public Safety | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca College Public Safety Department with found property. | Closed |
Stalking | 25-12154 | 05/12/25 11:30 | 05/12/25 11:22 – 12:08 | Hans Bethe House | Officer dispatched to take a report from a non-affiliated individual regarding a possible stalking. Investigation determined to be a miscommunication between two known individuals. | Unfounded |
Trespass | 25-11944 | 05/10/25 14:04 | 05/10/25 01:00 – 01:05 | Mary Donlon Hall | Five individuals have been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Trespass | 25-11886 | 05/09/25 23:22 | 05/09/25 22:20 – 23:22 | Keeton House | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding an unaffiliated known male individual entering their room without authorization. The individual was issued a Persona-non-grata. | Closed |
Alcohol Offense, Disturbance | 25-11860 | 05/09/25 18:15 | 05/08/25 23:00 – 23:15 | Von Cramm Hall | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Larceny | 25-11850 | 05/09/25 15:53 | 04/26/25 21:30 – 21:35 | Willard Straight Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their unsecured 'Yeezy' slides from the cinema area. Value: $75.00 | Closed |
Agency Assistance | 25-11832 | 05/09/25 12:00 | 05/09/25 11:54 – 12:24 | Day Hall | Cornell University Police assisted the Tompkins County District Attorneys Office with serving a subpoena. | Closed |
Larceny | 25-11812 | 05/09/25 09:39 | 05/07/25 23:00 – 05/08/25 00:15 | Clara Dickson Hall 5th Floor Lounge | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their unsecured wallet, bankcards, driver's license, and cash. Value: $200.00 | Pending |
Trespass | 25-11720 | 05/08/25 18:23 | 05/07/25 13:25 – 13:27 | Library Slope Area | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding a male individual climbing the fence to enter the slope day festivities. The individual was located, identified and escorted from the area without incident. | Closed |
Larceny | 25-11681 | 05/08/25 10:47 | 05/07/25 17:00 – 05/08/25 10:47 | Toni Morrison Hall Bike Rack | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their secured Colorway electric bicycle. The lock was cut and left behind. Value: $500.00 | Closed |
Agency Assistance | 25-11678 | 05/08/25 10:34 | 05/08/25 10:34 – 10:43 | Barton Hall | Cornell University Police assisted the W/Northern College Security with found property. | Closed |
Larceny | 25-11663 | 05/08/25 09:30 | 05/07/25 20:50 – 05/08/25 09:24 | Hu Hall Bike Rack | Office dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their secured Aventon Avanti electric bicycle. The lock was cut and left behind. Value: $1800.00 | Closed |
Alcohol Offense | 25-11630 | 05/08/25 03:10 | 05/08/25 03:10 – 03:43 | LR#7 | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Agency Assistance | 25-11587 | 05/07/25 21:07 | 05/07/25 21:07 – 21:49 | 200 Miller Street | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with a reported noise complaint. | Closed |
Harassment | 25-11582 | 05/07/25 16:09 | 05/07/25 16:09 – 17:38 | Library Slope | Dixon, Serenity L., Willseyville, NY was referred to Ithaca City Court. | Arrest |
Agency Assistance | 25-11576 | 05/07/25 15:41 | 05/07/25 15:41 – 17:43 | James Lane | Cornell University Police assisted the Tompkins County Sheriff's Department with a reported suspicious person complaint. | Closed |
Violation Local Ordinance | 25-11570 | 05/07/25 13:58 | 05/07/25 13:58 – 14:00 | Library Slope | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding a public urination. An individual was removed from the slope area festivities. | Pending |
Agency Assistance | 25-11562 | 05/07/25 11:40 | 05/07/25 11:40 – 11:50 | 810 University Avenue | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with dispersing a large party. | Closed |
Criminal Mischief | 25-11554 | 05/07/25 09:06 | 05/01/25 09:06 – 05/07/25 09:34 | Sibley Hall Exterior | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding over spray of paint on the exterior stairwell. An exterior wall has also been 'tagged' with paint. | Closed |
Alcohol Offense | 25-11526 | 05/07/25 01:30 | 05/07/25 01:30 – 02:26 | Hu Hall | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Alcohol Offense | 25-11525 | 05/07/25 01:15 | 05/07/25 01:15 – 01:57 | Boldt Hall | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Alcohol Offense | 25-11523 | 05/07/25 00:12 | 05/07/25 00:12 – 01:00 | Alice H Cook House | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Larceny | 25-11499 | 05/06/25 15:48 | 05/05/25 17:30 – 21:00 | G44 Uris Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their unsecured Signitas ring and Alhambra Van Cleef gold necklace. Value: $2398.00 | Closed |
Larceny | 25-11497 | 05/06/25 15:08 | 05/02/25 00:01 – 11:30 | Upson Hall Mail Center | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding the theft of an unsecured Asus WS W680-Ace computer motherboard. The processor was recovered intact. Value: $3329.00 | Unfounded |
Larceny | 25-11495 | 05/06/25 14:15 | 05/06/25 12:05 – 14:15 | Day Hall Bike Rack | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their unsecured Hyper electric bicycle. Value: $800.00 | Closed |
Threatening | 25-11483 | 05/06/25 09:17 | 05/05/25 13:00 – 05/06/25 09:00 | Hu Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding an unknown individual writing a threatening message on a first floor lounge white board. | Closed |
Criminal Mischief | 25-11478 | 05/06/25 06:40 | 05/06/25 00:09 – 00:12 | Hoy Road | Ortiz-Juarez, Katie, Cortland, NY was referred to Ithaca City Court. | Arrest |
Trespass | 25-11468 | 05/06/25 05:00 | 05/06/25 04:07 – 06:57 | Klarman Hall | Yu, Jinge, Middletown, CT was referred to Ithaca City Court. | Arrest |
Trespass | 25-11395 | 05/05/25 06:39 | 05/05/25 00:00 – 06:00 | McGraw Tower | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding an unauthorized banner hanging from the west side clock tower construction scaffolding. | Closed |
Traffic Offense | 25-11259 | 05/03/25 19:35 | 05/03/25 19:35 – 20:24 | Dryden Road | Ramirez, Yensi A., Ithaca, NY was referred to Ithaca Town Court. | Arrest |
Agency Assistance | 25-11233 | 05/03/25 12:29 | 05/03/25 12:29 – 12:35 | Catherine Street | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with requested pedigree information. | Closed |
Trespass | 25-11218 | 05/03/25 05:18 | 05/03/25 05:18 – 07:53 | Statler Hotel | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding an unknown male individual loitering in the lobby area. The individual was located, identified, issued a Persona-non-grata and escorted from the area. | Closed |
Traffic Offense | 25-11201 | 05/03/25 01:39 | 05/03/25 01:39 – 02:08 | Warren Road | Rosier, Sibrunson, Cortland, NY was referred to Ithaca Town Court. | Arrest |
Agency Assistance | 25-11200 | 05/03/25 01:28 | 05/03/25 01:28 – 01:43 | Bryant Avenue | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with requested pedigree information. | Closed |
Larceny | 25-11156 | 05/02/25 15:10 | 05/02/25 03:00 – 12:00 | 6 South Avenue | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their unsecured Talaria Sting-R electric bike from the porch area. Value: $4500.00 | Closed |
Larceny | 25-11155 | 05/02/25 14:47 | 10/01/24 00:00 – 04/21/25 00:00 | Sage Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding the theft of an electric scrub and Little Giant step stool from the 4th floor custodial closet. | Closed |
Traffic Offense | 25-11119 | 05/02/25 06:15 | 05/02/25 06:15 – 06:49 | Palm Road | Parker, Zachary D., Campbell, NY was referred to Ithaca Town Court. | Arrest |
Bias Incident | 25-11068 | 05/01/25 21:43 | 05/01/25 21:36 – 21:40 | Jessup Road Crosswalk | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding an unknown male individual yelling racial slurs from a moving vehicle. | Closed |
Criminal Mischief, Larceny | 25-11047 | 05/01/25 11:50 | 04/19/25 14:00 – 04/29/25 15:00 | Risley Hall Bike Rack | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their secured SR Suntour mountain bicycle. The chain lock was damaged and left behind. Value: $630.00 | Closed |
Soliciting | 25-11034 | 05/01/25 10:24 | 05/01/25 10:24 – 10:48 | Ho Plaza Area | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding three unknown individuals handing out books without proper authorization. The individuals were located, identified and rendered necessary advice. | Closed |
Arson, Criminal Mischief | 25-11031 | 05/01/25 10:00 | 04/29/25 17:30 – 05/01/25 10:00 | HR#5 | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding the LG TV in the 6th floor lounge burned in the front area and the screen damaged. | Closed |
Criminal Mischief | 25-11018 | 05/01/25 06:50 | 05/01/25 06:50 – 07:23 | Trillium Bus Shelter | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding graffiti written on the inside sitting area. | Closed |
Aggravated Harassment | 25-10920 | 04/30/25 11:23 | 04/15/25 11:20 – 04/30/25 11:23 | Risley Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student that has been receiving harassing email and text messages from a known individual. | Closed |
Larceny | 25-10916 | 04/30/25 11:05 | 04/26/25 18:00 – 19:00 | Toni Morrison Hall Bike Rack | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding the theft of an unsecured Ninebot electric scooter. Value: $500.00 | Closed |
Harassment | 25-10915 | 04/30/25 10:35 | 04/30/25 10:34 – 10:37 | Cascadilla Place | Officer dispatched to take a report from an individual that was physically harassed by an unknown male individual. | Closed |
Agency Assistance | 25-10898 | 04/30/25 07:18 | 04/30/25 07:18 – 07:37 | Barton Hall | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with requested pedigree information. | Closed |
Traffic Offense | 25-10878 | 04/30/25 01:12 | 04/30/25 01:12 – 03:50 | Tower Road | Omwenga, George M., Catonsville, Maryland was referred to Ithaca Town Court. | Arrest |
Alcohol Offense | 25-10870 | 04/30/25 00:27 | 04/30/25 00:27 – 01:12 | Mary Donlon Hall | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Agency Assistance | 25-10842 | 04/29/25 17:33 | 04/29/25 17:33 – 17:34 | Cayuga Street Parking Garage | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with requested pedigree information. | Closed |
Criminal Mischief | 25-10826 | 04/29/25 14:39 | 04/26/25 00:00 – 15:10 | Toni Morrison Hall Dining | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding a graffiti bias statement written on a wall in the dishwashing room. | Closed |
Drugs | 25-10822 | 04/29/25 11:21 | 04/29/25 11:21 – 11:38 | Library Slope Area | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding an unknown male individual smoking marihuana while sitting on the slope. Upon the officers arrival the individual had left the area in an unknown direction. | Closed |
Larceny | 25-10817 | 04/29/25 11:00 | 04/25/25 16:30 – 04/27/25 08:45 | Phillips Hall Loading Dock | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding the theft of two unsecure crates of HEPA specialized filters. The filters were recovered intact. Value: $10,000.00 | Closed |
Violation Local Ordinance | 25-10784 | 04/29/25 04:05 | 04/29/25 04:05 – 04:14 | Stewart Avenue Bridge | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding an unknown individual dropping a section of rope and wood onto the west side mesh screen. | Closed |
Trespass | 25-10758 | 04/28/25 21:50 | 04/28/25 10:30 – 12:00 | Baker North | Jaramillo, Santiago G., Ithaca, NY was referred to Ithaca City Court. | Arrest |
Aggravated Harassment | 25-10730 | 04/28/25 12:02 | 11/14/24 00:00 – 04/26/25 00:00 | Ganedago Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student that has received several harassing emails and text messages from an unknown individual. | Closed |
Criminal Mischief | 25-10722 | 04/28/25 10:04 | 04/26/25 19:00 – 04/27/25 10:00 | 625 University Avenue Parking Area | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding a tire on their parked vehicle punctured by an unknown individual. | Closed |
Making A Terrorist Threat | 25-10714 | 04/28/25 09:23 | 04/25/25 16:37 – 16:37 | Barton Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member that received a threatening email from a known individual. | Closed |
Agency Assistance | 25-10657 | 04/27/25 22:04 | 04/27/25 22:03 – 22:25 | Williams Street | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with requested pedigree information. | Closed |
Agency Assistance | 25-10649 | 04/27/25 17:43 | 04/27/25 17:42 – 19:02 | E. Green Street | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with a reported larceny complaint. | Closed |
Larceny | 25-10643 | 04/27/25 15:24 | 04/27/25 14:00 – 15:45 | Toni Morrison Hall Bike Rack | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their unsecured iSinwheel S10max electric scooter. Value: $750.00 | Closed |
Alcohol Offense | 25-10601 | 04/27/25 03:57 | 04/27/25 03:57 – 04:40 | Hans Bethe House | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Larceny | 25-10576 | 04/26/25 23:15 | 04/26/25 12:00 – 21:00 | George Jameson Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their bicycle. | Closed |
Agency Assistance | 25-10553 | 04/26/25 18:15 | 04/26/25 18:15 – 18:16 | Barton Hall | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with requested pedigree information. | Closed |
Traffic Offense | 25-10416 | 04/25/25 06:58 | 04/25/25 06:58 – 07:33 | Stewart Avenue | Andrews, Isaac N., Ithaca, NY was referred to Ithaca City Court. | Arrest |
Traffic Offense | 25-10386 | 04/25/25 01:59 | 04/25/25 01:59 – 02:22 | University Avenue | Rodriguez, Arlene P., Teaneck, NJ was referred to Ithaca City Court. | Arrest |
Aggravated Harassment, Making A Terrorist Threat | 25-10296 | 04/24/25 09:46 | 04/24/25 09:07 – 09:08 | MVR Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member that received a harassing email from a known individual. | Closed |
Traffic Offense | 25-10282 | 04/24/25 06:44 | 04/24/25 06:44 – 07:20 | Dryden Road | Barta, Devan J., Genoa, NY was referred to Ithaca Town Court. | Arrest |
Trespass | 25-10206 | 04/23/25 21:53 | 04/23/25 21:53 – 22:11 | Martin Y Tang Welcome Center Exterior | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding two unknown individuals in the terrace area after hours. The individuals were located and identified as Cornell students and rendered necessary advice. | Closed |
Harassment, Trespass | 25-10190 | 04/23/25 19:00 | 04/14/25 22:00 – 04/23/25 13:10 | Goldwin Smith Hall | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Falsely Reporting Incident | 25-10168 | 04/23/25 12:13 | 04/23/25 12:11 – 13:00 | Library Slope Area | Zwerling, Jacob S., Ithaca, NY was referred to Ithaca City Court. | Arrest |
Larceny | 25-10088 | 04/22/25 20:29 | 04/22/25 18:50 – 20:29 | Rockefeller Hall Bike Rack | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their secured Ninebot Kickscooter F30 electric scooter. The lock securing the scooter was left behind. Value: $500.00 | Closed |
Disorderly Conduct | 25-10064 | 04/22/25 14:28 | 04/22/25 14:27 – 15:29 | Bradfield Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding a verbal argument between them and a known individual. | Closed |
Harassment | 25-09974 | 04/21/25 16:04 | 04/21/25 16:04 – 17:05 | Space Sciences | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding a known male individual yelling profanities in the exterior area. The individual was located and issued a Persona-non-grata. | Closed |
Larceny | 25-09969 | 04/21/25 14:28 | 04/21/25 13:00 – 14:25 | Baker Lab Bike Rack | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their unsecured Appolo City electric scooter. Value: $1600.00 The scooter was recovered intact. | Closed |
Criminal Mischief, Larceny | 25-09961 | 04/21/25 12:34 | 04/16/25 21:50 – 04/21/25 10:50 | Carpenter Hall Bike Rack | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their secured Hoover 1 electric bicycle. The U-lock had been cut off and left behind. Value: $2050.00 | Closed |
Larceny | 25-09953 | 04/21/25 10:40 | 04/21/25 10:40 – 11:30 | Toni Morrison Hall Dining | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their unsecured backpack and Asusvivo laptop computer. Value: $925.00 All items were later recovered intact. | Closed |
Criminal Mischief | 25-09944 | 04/21/25 09:18 | 04/21/25 00:00 – 09:02 | Clara Dickson Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding a door mat that was adhered to the floor and was ripped up and removed by an unknown individual. The mat was recovered in the stairwell. | Closed |
Agency Assistance | 25-09848 | 04/20/25 01:33 | 04/20/25 01:33 – 01:56 | Jessup Road | Cornell University Police assisted the Cayuga Heights Police Department with a vehicle traffic stop. | Closed |
Alcohol Offense | 25-09842 | 04/19/25 23:30 | 04/19/25 23:30 – 23:36 | Ginsburg Hall | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Agency Assistance | 25-09841 | 04/19/25 23:19 | 04/19/25 23:19 – 23:46 | Five Corners Area | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with an Unlawful Postering complaint. | Closed |
Reckless Endagerment - Persons | 25-09837 | 04/19/25 21:00 | 04/19/25 14:55 – 15:12 | Hans Bethe House Dining | Eastman, David J., Ithaca, NY was referred to Ithaca City Court. | Arrest |
Disorderly Conduct | 25-09836 | 04/19/25 20:44 | 04/19/25 20:44 – 20:50 | Barton Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding a male individual acting in a disorderedly manner during a concert. The individual was escorted from the building without incident. | Closed |
Larceny - Theft Automobile | 25-09803 | 04/19/25 08:42 | 04/15/25 17:00 – 04/19/25 07:00 | 103 Farrier Road Parking Area | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding the theft of their parked 2002 white Toyota Tacoma. The vehicle was located intact. | Unfounded |
Traffic Offense | 25-09790 | 04/19/25 03:41 | 04/19/25 03:41 – 04:45 | Pine Tree Road | Hines, Robert W., Lansing, NY was referred to Ithaca Town Court. | Arrest |
Alcohol Offense | 25-09787 | 04/19/25 03:01 | 04/19/25 03:01 – 03:25 | Keeton House | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Agency Assistance | 25-09754 | 04/18/25 19:22 | 04/18/25 19:22 – 19:28 | Barton Hall | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with requested pedigree information. | Closed |
Trespass | 25-09732 | 04/18/25 15:30 | 04/18/25 15:30 – 15:57 | Space Sciences | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding a possible trespass. Investigation revealed the individual was identified as a Cornell student. | Unfounded |
Agency Assistance | 25-09647 | 04/17/25 22:32 | 04/17/25 22:26 – 22:53 | James Lane | Cornell University Police assisted the Tompkins County Sheriff's Department with an accidental expired Rave Timer. | Closed |
Larceny | 25-09645 | 04/17/25 21:16 | 04/15/25 16:00 – 04/17/25 19:00 | Hu Hall Bike Rack | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their secured Hiboy KS4 Pro electric scooter. The lock had been removed and left behind. Value: $400.00 | Closed |
Criminal Mischief | 25-09631 | 04/17/25 18:01 | 04/17/25 11:30 – 17:45 | Hoy Road Parking Garage | Officer dispatched to take a report from an individual regarding the drivers side window damaged on their parked vehicle by an unknown individual. | Closed |
Agency Assistance | 25-09629 | 04/17/25 16:47 | 04/17/25 16:47 – 17:00 | Feeney Way | Cornell University Police assisted the Elmira Police Department with an active warrant. | Closed |
Trespass | 25-09625 | 04/17/25 15:07 | 04/17/25 15:06 – 16:47 | Baker Institute | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding an unknown male individual entering the secured building behind an individual that has authorized access. | Closed |
Larceny | 25-09624 | 04/17/25 14:12 | 04/17/25 12:30 – 14:00 | Ginsburg Hall Bike Rack | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their secured GoTrax electric scooter. The lock was removed and left behind. Value: $700.00 | Closed |
Agency Assistance | 25-09573 | 04/17/25 04:28 | 04/17/25 04:28 – 06:05 | 100 Ridgewood Road | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with a reported burglary complaint. | Closed |
Alcohol Offense | 25-09549 | 04/17/25 01:38 | 04/17/25 01:38 – 02:07 | Mary Donlon Hall | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Aggravated Harassment | 25-09524 | 04/16/25 21:38 | 03/20/25 00:00 – 04/16/25 00:00 | Ives Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student that is a victim of social media cyberbullying. | Closed |
Fraud | 25-09494 | 04/16/25 12:07 | 04/15/25 14:20 – 15:00 | LR#9 | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student that is a victim of a telephone scam with a fraudulent individual claiming to be part of the 'Apple Support Team'. Value: $4548.00 | Closed |
Larceny | 25-09408 | 04/15/25 19:01 | 04/15/25 18:45 – 19:01 | Ginsburg Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their unsecured backpack, Apple iPad, laptop, and jacket from the 3rd floor lounge. All items were recovered intact. | Unfounded |
Larceny | 25-09335 | 04/14/25 20:29 | 04/08/25 23:17 – 04/14/25 20:01 | Mews Hall Bike Room | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their GMC Denali road bike. Investigation revealed the bike was not stolen. | Unfounded |
Harassment | 25-09306 | 04/14/25 14:23 | 04/14/25 12:00 – 12:05 | Mann Library | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Trespass | 25-09301 | 04/14/25 12:58 | 04/14/25 12:57 – 13:29 | Cascadilla Gorge Area | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding an unoccupied encampment behind Rhodes Hall. The shelter and debris is being removed. | Closed |
Traffic Offense | 25-09284 | 04/14/25 09:30 | 04/14/25 09:28 – 10:11 | Warren Road | Cook, Nicole A., Ithaca, NY was referred to Ithaca Town Court. | Arrest |
Larceny | 25-09212 | 04/13/25 10:57 | 04/12/25 22:00 – 04/13/25 10:00 | Clara Dickson Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of a door mat. Value: $45.00 The mat was recovered intact. | Unfounded |
Agency Assistance | 25-09213 | 04/13/25 10:56 | 04/13/25 10:56 – 13:10 | Valentine Place | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with a medical emergency. | Closed |
Alcohol Offense | 25-09200 | 04/13/25 03:40 | 04/13/25 03:40 – 05:24 | LR#6 | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Alcohol Offense | 25-09192 | 04/13/25 03:26 | 04/13/25 03:26 – 03:46 | Townhouse A | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Alcohol Offense | 25-09189 | 04/13/25 02:46 | 04/13/25 02:46 – 03:11 | Hu Hall | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Agency Assistance | 25-09185 | 04/13/25 00:52 | 04/13/25 00:16 – 00:18 | College Avenue | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with a fondling complaint. | Closed |
Larceny | 25-09175 | 04/12/25 20:33 | 04/12/25 12:00 – 13:00 | Carl Becker House Bike Rack | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their secured Narrak e-bike. Value: $799.00 The bike was recovered intact. | Closed |
Alcohol Offense | 25-09161 | 04/12/25 16:30 | 04/12/25 16:30 – 17:15 | Mary Donlon Hall | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Alcohol Offense, Arson | 25-09134 | 04/12/25 01:58 | 04/12/25 01:57 – 02:27 | Clara Dickson Hall | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Alcohol Offense | 25-09131 | 04/12/25 01:14 | 04/12/25 01:14 – 01:39 | McClintock Hall | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Criminal Mischief | 25-09109 | 04/11/25 18:59 | 04/07/25 21:00 – 04/08/25 07:15 | Clara Dickson Hall Bike Rack | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the brake wires cut on their secured Circa scooter by an unknown individual. | Closed |
Driving While Intoxicated | 25-09063 | 04/11/25 02:31 | 04/11/25 02:31 – 06:07 | Campus Road | Rambino, Anthony C., Ithaca, NY was referred to Ithaca City Court. | Arrest |
Larceny | 25-09016 | 04/10/25 11:34 | 04/09/25 22:00 – 04/10/25 10:30 | Hasbrouck Apartments | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their unsecured Unagi electric scooter. Value: $1500.00 | Closed |
Violation Local Ordinance | 25-09011 | 04/10/25 10:34 | 04/08/25 10:00 – 04/10/25 10:34 | Wing Hall Dumpster | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding household garbage being placed in an University owned dumpster. The garbage was removed by the owner. | Exceptional Clearance |
Alcohol Offense | 25-08975 | 04/10/25 02:48 | 04/10/25 02:48 – 03:19 | Mews Hall | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Alcohol Offense | 25-08967 | 04/10/25 01:21 | 04/10/25 01:21 – 01:49 | Kay Hall | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct. | Arrest |
Agency Assistance | 25-08901 | 04/09/25 12:11 | 04/09/25 12:10 – 12:12 | 117 Triphammer Road | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with a reported suspicious person complaint. | Closed |
Aggravated Harassment | 25-08814 | 04/08/25 17:09 | 04/08/25 16:00 – 16:05 | Carl Becker House | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student that received an unwanted email from a known individual. | Closed |
Larceny | 25-08801 | 04/08/25 10:55 | 04/08/25 06:38 – 06:42 | Ginsburg Hall Bike Rack | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding the theft of their secured Unagi Voyager electric scooter and cable lock. Value: $350.00 | Closed |
Trespass | 25-08788 | 04/08/25 08:35 | 04/08/25 08:35 – 08:56 | Gates Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding an unaffiliated unknown male individual sleeping in the third floor lounge. Upon officers arrival the individual had left the building in an unknown direction. | Closed |
Trespass | 25-08785 | 04/08/25 06:15 | 04/08/25 06:15 – 06:40 | Physical Sciences | Frye, Andrew M., Ithaca, NY was referred to Ithaca City Court. | Arrest |
Trespass | 25-08784 | 04/08/25 05:40 | 04/08/25 05:20 – 05:25 | Physical Sciences | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding an unaffiliated unknown male individual in the building making unwanted comments to employees. Upon officers arrival the individual had left the building in an unknown direction. | Closed |
Alcohol Offense, Domestic Disturbance | 25-08761 | 04/08/25 01:22 | 04/08/25 01:21 – 17:59 | Carl Becker House | An individual has been referred to the Office of Student Conduct for an alcohol offense. | Arrest |
Harassment | 25-08740 | 04/07/25 18:27 | 04/07/25 11:30 – 11:35 | A-lot Parking Area | Officer dispatched to take a report from an individual that was verbally harassed by an unknown male individual. | Closed |
Arson | 25-08653 | 04/06/25 18:59 | 04/06/25 18:59 – 23:50 | Kosher Dining | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding a fire in the 1st floor library. A juvenile has been identified and at this time there are no charges pending. | Closed |
Fraud | 25-08651 | 04/06/25 18:54 | 04/06/25 18:50 – 18:54 | Carl Becker House | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student regarding their social media account accessed by an unknown individual in an attempt to gain monetary funds. | Closed |
Harassment | 25-08488 | 04/04/25 10:32 | 04/04/25 09:56 – 10:05 | The Cornell Store | Bogdanove, Adam J., Ithaca, NY was referred to Ithaca City Court. | Arrest |
Larceny | 25-08343 | 04/02/25 14:00 | 03/31/25 12:00 – 04/01/25 12:00 | Warren Hall Bike Rack | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding the theft of their secured Sirrus X 3.0 bicycle and chain lock. Value: $900.00 | Closed |
Trespass | 25-08333 | 04/02/25 08:39 | 04/02/25 08:39 – 09:01 | Animal Health Diagnostic Center | Officer dispatched to take a report regarding a possible trespass. Two unknown male individuals entered the secured building behind an individual with card access. Investigation determined the individuals were authorized to be in the building. | Unfounded |
Aggravated Harassment | 25-08268 | 04/01/25 10:04 | 04/01/25 08:30 – 08:35 | Day Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member that received a harassing telephone call from an unknown male individual. | Closed |
Violation Local Ordinance | 25-08261 | 04/01/25 08:15 | 04/01/25 08:15 – 09:23 | Ground Water Treatment Plant | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding household garbage and tires dumped near the outside of the fenced in area by an unknown individual. | Closed |
Traffic Offense | 25-08223 | 03/31/25 18:01 | 03/31/25 18:01 – 18:52 | Pine Tree Road | Denicourt, James A., Ithaca, NY was referred to Ithaca Town Court. | Arrest |
Larceny | 25-08193 | 03/31/25 10:14 | 03/31/25 10:14 – 10:45 | Willard Straight Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a student that is a victim of an email scam. Value: $500.00 | Closed |
Criminal Mischief | 25-08186 | 03/31/25 09:26 | 03/25/25 13:00 – 03/31/25 07:30 | Risley Hall | Officer dispatched to take a report from a staff member regarding a second floor window that was secured with a padlock has been damaged by an unknown individual. | Closed |
Agency Assistance | 25-08125 | 03/30/25 11:48 | 03/30/25 11:48 – 12:52 | College Avenue | Cornell University Police assisted the Ithaca Police Department with a reported harassment complaint. | Closed |
Disposition Status Terms | |
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Arrest | See narrative for details. |
Exceptional | Clearance Identity of the offender is known and there is some reason outside the police control for not arresting, charging, and prosecuting offender. |
Pending | Complaint is still under active investigation. |
Closed | Inactive pending further information. |
Unfounded | Investigation reveals the complaint to be false or baseless. |