Event:
Police activity resulting in arrest
Description:
At 12:36 PM today the Lehigh University Police Department (LUPD) received reports of a suspicious male on campus. LUPD promptly responded and identified and secured the male. During the pursuit and apprehension, a firearm was also secured. The male is in custody, pending charges. There is no active threat to campus.
The Lehigh employee who witnessed the incident and promptly called LUPD with a detailed description of the suspect was influential in the prompt and successful outcome of this incident.
We encourage our community to remain vigilant and be aware of your surroundings at all times. If you notice someone following you or notice that someone gained unauthorized access to a campus building or residence, contact the LUPD at 610-758-4200.
Additionally, LUPD offers a number of safety resources, and the HawkWatch safety app allows you to make quick contact with our dispatchers. To learn more, please visit our website at https://police.lehigh.edu/content/programs-and-resources.
If you have any questions about these tips or additional safety information, our Division of Campus Safety is available to assist you at 610-758-4200.
Chief Jason Schiffer
Lehigh University Police Department
