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Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 900 Block of West Hillcrest - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	September 10, 2023
Location:	900 Block of West Hillcrest Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a report of Shots Fired that occurred on Sunday, September 10, 2023 at approximately 2:55 am, Off Campus in the 900 Block of West Hillcrest Drive. The suspect is described as follows: No suspect description available at this time. The suspect fled in Unknown direction by Unknown means of travel from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Department of Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported through the NIU Safe App. The app is now available for download in the Apple Store and Google Play. See go.niu.edu/niusafe for more details about the app.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. NIU Safety Notifications are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Notification was issued. Safety Notifications will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Notifications only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population. See more information on the types of notifications.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Armed Robbery - 400 Block of College Avenue - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	September 01, 2023
Location:	400 block of College Avenue
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a report of armed robbery that occurred on Friday, September 1, 2023 at approximately 11:30 pm, off campus in the 400 block of college avenue. The suspects are described as follows: Suspect one- Male African American wearing a hooded sweatshirt and a mask. Suspect two- Male African American wearing a hooded sweatshirt and a mask. Suspect three- Male African American wearing a hooded sweatshirt and a mask. The suspects fled in an unknown direction on foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Department of Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported through the NIU Safe App. The app is now available for download in the Apple Store and Google Play. See go.niu.edu/niusafe for more details about the app.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. NIU Safety Notifications are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Notification was issued. Safety Notifications will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Notifications only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population. See more information on the types of notifications.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Criminal Sexual Assault - Residence Hall (East Side of Campus) - On-Campus
Date Occurred:	August 29, 2023
Location:	Residence Hall (East Side of Campus) - On-Campus
Details:	The NIU Police Department was made aware of a Criminal Sexual Assault that occurred on Tuesday, August 29, 2023. A student reported the incident took place in their residence hall room located on the east side of campus by someone known to them. Please see below for a list of safety tips and resources.
Safety Tips and Resources :	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. Sexual assault is a significant concern among colleges and universities across the country. All members of the NIU community – administrators, faculty, staff, students and friends of the university – must work together to support a safe and respectful community that is free of sexual violence or misconduct. The university community has a collective responsibility to support individuals who have experienced sexual violence and/or intervene when in a safe position to do so to prevent situations that seem unsafe to others. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn't feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don't be a bystander. While it is the individual's decision to report a crime to police, stepping forward to report a crime is very effective tool to crime prevention. For information on reporting an incident of sexual violence or sexual misconduct, please visit http://go.niu.edu/report-sexual-assault Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. For more information on sexual assault resources at NIU, please visit https://www.niu.edu/sexualmisconduct/ Additional Campus Safety resources are available below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via NIU e-mail, Everbridge app and social media when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the University community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATE - Community Awareness Bulletin - Shooting - 400 Block of Russell Road - Off-Campus
Date Occurred:	May 11, 2023
Location:	400 Block of Russell Road
Details:	UPDATE - May 12, 2023 Suspect arrested in incident that occurred on May 11, 2023 in the 400 block of Russell Road DeKalb Police Dept. have arrested Jayden C. Hernandez, 19 years of age, from DeKalb, IL, and Carreon S. Scott, 20 years of age, from DeKalb IL, in connection with the Shooting incident on May 11, 2023 in the 400 block of Russell Road. -------------------------------------- The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shooting that occurred on Thursday, May 11, 2023, at 11:27 PM, Off-Campus, in the 400 Block of Russell Road. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: The suspect is not in custody and their is no additional information at this time. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Department of Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported through the NIU Safe App. The app is now available for download in the Apple Store and Google Play. See go.niu.edu/niusafe for more details about the app.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. NIU Safety Notifications are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Notification was issued. Safety Notifications will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Notifications only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population. See more information on the types of notifications.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Aggravated Assault - 200 block University Circle Drive/ 900 Block West Lincoln Highway - One on and One off campus
Date Occurred:	May 06, 2023
Location:	200 block of University Circle Drive and 900 block of West Lincoln Highway
Details:	The NIU and Dekalb Police Departments are investigating two separate aggravated assaults that occurred on May 6th 2023 at approximately 11:30 a.m. and 2:56 p.m., one on campus in the 200 block of University Circle Drive and one off campus in the 900 block of West Lincoln Highway. The suspects are described as follows: 1. Male, African American, high school aged, wearing a white shirt and black pants 2. Male, African American, high school aged, wearing jeans and a red sweatshirt 3. Male, African American, high school aged, wearing black pants and a brown shirt The suspects fled Westbound in a red, two door vehicle from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Department of Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported through the NIU Safe App. The app is now available for download in the Apple Store and Google Play. See go.niu.edu/niusafe for more details about the app.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Criminal Sexual Assault - Residence Hall (East Side of Campus) - On-Campus
Date Occurred:	October 27, 2022
Location:	Residence hall room located on the east side of campus
Details:	The NIU Police Department received a report from a student of a Criminal Sexual Assault that occurred on Thursday, October 27, 2022, during evening hours. The student reported the incident took place in their residence hall room located on the east side of campus by someone known to them thru a social media dating application. The suspect is described as follows: Light skinned male, brown hair, brown eyes, approximately 6 feet tall Please take necessary precautions.
Safety Tips and Resources :	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. Sexual assault is a significant concern among colleges and universities across the country. All members of the NIU community – administrators, faculty, staff, students and friends of the university – must work together to support a safe and respectful community that is free of sexual violence or misconduct. The university community has a collective responsibility to support individuals who have experienced sexual violence and/or intervene when in a safe position to do so to prevent situations that seem unsafe to others. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn't feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don't be a bystander. While it is the individual's decision to report a crime to police, stepping forward to report a crime is very effective tool to crime prevention. For information on reporting an incident of sexual violence or sexual misconduct, please visit http://go.niu.edu/report-sexual-assault Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. For more information on sexual assault resources at NIU, please visit https://www.niu.edu/sexualmisconduct/ Additional Campus Safety resources are available below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Armed Robbery - 800 Block of Kimberly Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	October 20, 2022
Location:	800 Block of Kimberly Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating an Armed Robbery that occurred on Thursday, October 20, 2022, at 9:35 PM, Off Campus in the 800 Block of Kimberly Drive. The suspects are described as followed: 1. Male, African American, approximately 18-22 years of age, wearing a mask. 2. Male, African American, approximately 18-22 years of age, wearing a mask. The suspect fled Westbound on Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Department of Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported through the NIU Safe App. The app is now available for download in the Apple Store and Google Play. See go.niu.edu/niusafe for more details about the app.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 900 block of Edgebrook Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	October 02, 2022
Location:	900 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired incident that occurred on 10/2/2022 at 12:04 AM, Off Campus in the 900 Block of Edgebrook Drive. The suspects are described as follows: Suspect #1: Male, African-American. Suspect #2: Male, African-American The suspects fled west-bound by foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Department of Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported through the NIU Safe App. The app is now available for download in the Apple Store and Google Play. See go.niu.edu/niusafe for more details about the app.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 900 Block of Ridge Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	October 01, 2022
Location:	900 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired incident that occurred on 10/01/2022 at 10:10 PM, Off Campus in the 900 Block of Ridge Drive. The suspect is described as follows: Male, African-American. He was last seen wearing a red jacket and a black hat. The suspect fled in an unknown direction by unknown means of travel from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Department of Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported through the NIU Safe App. The app is now available for download in the Apple Store and Google Play. See go.niu.edu/niusafe for more details about the app.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 900 Block of Greenbrier Road - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	September 24, 2022
Location:	900 Block of Greenbrier Road
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired incident that occurred on Saturday, August 24, 2022 at 1:59 a.m, Off Campus in the 900 Block of Greenbrier Road. The suspect is described as follows: Male, African- American. He was last seen wearing a purple jacket. . The suspect fled Unknown direction by foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Department of Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported through the NIU Safe App. The app is now available for download in the Apple Store and Google Play. See go.niu.edu/niusafe for more details about the app.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Armed Robbery - 1200 Block of West Lincoln Highway - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	September 16, 2022
Location:	1200 Block of West Lincoln Highway
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating an Armed Robbery that occurred on Friday, September 16 2022 at 06:01 p.m., Off Campus in the 1200 Block of West Lincoln Highway. The suspect is described as follows: Male, African American, with shoulder-length dreadlocks. He was last seen wearing black pants and a black hooded sweatshirt. . The suspect fled northbound by foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Department of Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported through the NIU Safe App. The app is now available for download in the Apple Store and Google Play. See go.niu.edu/niusafe for more details about the app.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 900 Block Ridge Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	September 11, 2022
Location:	900 Block Ridge Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired incident that occurred on Sunday, September 11, 2022 at 11:03 pm, Off Campus in the 900 Block Ridge Drive. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No suspect description available. The suspect fled Unknown direction by Unknown means of travel from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Department of Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported through the NIU Safe App. The app is now available for download in the Apple Store and Google Play. See go.niu.edu/niusafe for more details about the app.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Man with a Gun - 800 Block of Ridge Drive - Off-Campus
Date Occurred:	August 30, 2022
Location:	800 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a report of a man with a gun that occurred on Tuesday, August 30, 2022, at approximately 3:55 PM, Off-Campus, in the 800 Block of Ridge Drive. The suspect is described as follows: Male, wearing jeans and no shirt Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Department of Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported through the NIU Safe App. The app is now available for download in the Apple Store and Google Play. See go.niu.edu/niusafe for more details about the app.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 800 Block of Edgebrook Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	August 28, 2022
Location:	800 Block of Edgebrook Drive
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a shots fired incident that occurred on Sunday, August 28th 2022 at 5:58 PM, Off Campus in the 800 Block of Edgebrook Drive. There is no suspect description available. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shooting - 900 Block of Ridge Drive - Off-Campus
Date Occurred:	August 24, 2022
Location:	900 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shooting that occurred on Wednesday, August 24, 2022, at approximately 4:24 PM, Off-Campus, in the 900 Block of Ridge Drive. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No description available at this time. The suspect fled in an unknown direction by unknown means. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATED -- SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 800 Block of Ridge Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	August 23, 2022
Location:	800 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	UPDATE - August 31, 2022 Suspect arrested in incident that occurred on Tuesday, August 23, 2022, in the 800 Block of Ridge Drive The DeKalb Police Department have arrested a 17-year old juvenile in connection with the Shooting incident on Tuesday, August 23, 2022, in the 800 Block of Ridge Drive. -------------------------------------- The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired that occurred on Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at 9:30 p.m., Off Campus in the 800 Block of Ridge Drive. The suspect(s) is described as follows: Male, African American, with dreadlocks. He was last seen wearing dark clothing and a ski mask. The suspect fled Unknown direction by Unknown means of travel from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 900 Block of Spiros Court - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	August 21, 2022
Location:	900 Block of Spiros Court
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired that occurred on Sunday, August 21, 2022 at 11:17pm, Off Campus in the 900 Block of Spiros Court . The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No description available at this time. The suspect fled Unknown direction of travel by Unknown from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Arson - 800 Block of Kimberly Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	August 17, 2022
Location:	800 Block of Kimberly Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating an Arson that occurred on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at approximately 8:35 AM, Off Campus in the 800 Block of Kimberly Drive. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No description available at this time. The suspect fled in an Unknown direction of travel by Unknown means. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Armed Robbery - 700 block of Regent Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	August 13, 2022
Location:	700 block of Regent Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating an Armed Robbery that occurred on Saturday, August 13 2022, at 4:56 PM, Off Campus in the 700 block of Regent Drive. The suspects are described as follows: Male, African-American. He is around 5' 6" tall. He was last seen wearing blue jeans and a hooded sweatshirt. The second suspect is Male, African-American. He is around 5' 6" tall. He was last seen wearing black jeans. The suspects fled the area by Unknown direction of travel and by Unknown means. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 800 Block of Russell Road - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	August 11, 2022
Location:	800 Block of Russell Road
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired incident that occurred on Thursday, August 11, 2022, at 12:13 a.m., Off Campus in the 800 Block of Russell Road. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No description available at this time. The suspect fled in an unknown direction of travel by unknown means of travel from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shooting - 900 Block Greenbrier Rd- Off Campus
Date Occurred:	August 07, 2022
Location:	900 Block Greenbrier Rd
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shooting that occurred on Sunday, August 7, 2022 at 11:50 PM, Off Campus in the 900 Block of Greenbrier Rd. The suspect is described as follows: Male, African American grey top, jeans, with a facial tattoo. The suspect fled Southbound by Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Robbery - 1100 West Lincoln Hwy - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	July 22, 2022
Location:	1100 West Lincoln Hwy
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Robbery that occurred on Friday, July 22, 2022 at 4:58 am, Off Campus in the 1100 block of West Lincoln Hwy. The suspect(s) are described as follows: Suspect 1: Male, African-American, Approximately 5'8"-5'10", wearing shorts and black shirt. Approximately 30-40 years of age. Suspect 2: Male, African-American, Approximately 20-30 years of age, wearing a white shirt and black pants The suspects fled Westbound by Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Armed Robbery - 700 Block of North Annie Glidden Dr - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	July 16, 2022
Location:	700 Block of North Annie Glidden Drive
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Armed Robbery that occurred on Saturday, July 16, 2022 at 00:30 am, Off Campus in the 700 Block of North Annie Glidden Dr. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: Male, African American, between the ages of 17-21. He was last seen wearing a long-sleeve white shirt. Male, African American, between the ages 17-21. He was last seen wearing a long-sleeve white shirt. Male, African American, between the ages 17-21, with dreadlocks last seen wearing black pants and a black shirt. The suspect fled by Foot in an unknown direction from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 800 Block of Crane Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	June 16, 2022
Location:	800 Block of Crane Drive
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired incident that occurred on Thursday, June 16, 2022 at 9:27 PM, Off Campus in the 800 Block of Crane Drive. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No description available. The suspect fled in an unknown direction of travel by unknown means of travel from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATED -- SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired Incident - 900 Block of Pappas Dr - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	May 30, 2022
Location:	900 Block of Pappas Drive
Details:	UPDATE - June 10, 2022 Suspect arrested in incident that occurred on May 30, 2022, in the 900 Block of Pappas Drive Dekalb Police Department have arrested Carl Jones III , 28 years of age, from Dekalb, IL, in connection with the Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm incident on May 30, 2022, in the 900 Block of Pappas Drive. ---------------------------------- The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired Incident that occurred on Monday, May 30, 2022 at 05:57 pm, Off Campus in the 900 Block of Pappas Dr. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: Unknown. The suspect fled Unknown by Vehicle from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired Incident - 900 Block of Ridge Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	April 14, 2022
Location:	900 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired Incident that occurred on Thursday, April 14 2022 at 5:04 PM, Off Campus in the 900 Block of Ridge Drive. The suspect is described as follows: Male, African American, Thin build, wearing black clothing. The suspect fled Northbound by Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shooting - 800 Block Russell Road - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	March 14, 2022
Location:	800 Block Russell Road
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shooting that occurred on Monday, March 14, 2022 at 5:55 PM, Off Campus in the 800 Block Russell Road. There is no suspect description or direction of travel available. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 900 Block of Ridge Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	January 29, 2022
Location:	900 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired Incident that occurred on Saturday, January 29, 2022 at 11:05 P.M., Off Campus in the 900 Block of Ridge Drive. There is no known suspect description available. The suspect fled Unknown by Unknown from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Robbery - 800 Block of Lucinda Ave - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	January 25, 2022
Location:	800 Block of Lucinda Ave
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Robbery that occurred on Tuesday, January, 25th 2022 at 7:43 p.m, Off Campus in the 800 Block of Lucinda Ave. The suspect(s) is described as follows: Male, African American wearing Red coat. The suspect fled Westbound by Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATED -- SAFETY WARNING - Robbery - 1200 Block of Varsity Blvd - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	January 23, 2022
Location:	1200 Block of Varsity Blvd
Details:	UPDATE - January 31 Suspects arrested in incident that occurred on January 23, 2022, in the 1200 Block of Varsity Boulevard DeKalb Police Department have arrested Taliyah Maltbia, 19 years of age, from DeKalb, Illinois, and Anthony Minniefield, 18 years of age, from Chicago, Illinois, in connection with the Armed Robbery incident on January 23, 2022, in the 1200 Block of Varsity Boulevard. ------------------------------------------------------------- The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Robbery that occurred on Sunday, January 23, 2022 at 8:10 p.m., Off Campus in the 1200 Block of Varsity Blvd. The suspect is described as follows: Male African American wearing a black sweatshirt and black pants. The suspect fled in an unknown direction by foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 1000 Block Ridge Dr - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	December 29, 2021
Location:	1000 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired Incident that occurred on Wednesday December 29, 2021 at 2:00 A.M, Off Campus in the 1000 Block of Ridge Dr. The suspect(s) is described as follows: Male African American wearing jeans, a black jacket and black hat. The suspect fled Southbound by foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 832 Ridge Dr - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	December 14, 2021
Location:	800 block of Ridge Drive
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired incident that occurred on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at 2:00AM, Off Campus in the 800 block of Ridge Drive. No suspect description is available. The suspect fled Unknown Direction by Unknown Means from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 1000 Block of Aspen Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	November 28, 2021
Location:	1000 Block of Aspen Drive
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired incident that occurred on Sunday, November 28, 2021 at 6:36 p.m., Off Campus in the 1000 Block of Aspen Drive. The suspects are described as follows: No description available at this time. The suspects fled in an unknown direction by unknown means of travel from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATED -- SAFETY WARNING - Robbery - 900 Block of Annie Glidden Road - Off-Campus
Date Occurred:	November 16, 2021
Location:	900 Block of Annie Glidden Road
Details:	UPDATE - November 18, 4:08 PM Suspect arrested in incident that occurred on November 16, 2021, in the 900 Block of North Annie Glidden Road DeKalb Police Department have arrested Ernest Faulkner, 19 years of age, from DeKalb, Illinois, in connection with the Robbery incident on November 16, 2021, in the 900 Block of North Annie Glidden Road. ------------------------------------------------------------- The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Robbery that occurred on Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at approximately 10:50 AM, Off-Campus, in the 900 Block of Annie Glidden Road. The suspect is described as follows: Male, African American, between the ages of 35 - 44, with a beard and facial tattoos. He was last seen wearing a dark colored jacket. . The suspect fled in an unknown direction by vehicle from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 1100 Block of Varsity - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	November 11, 2021
Location:	1100 Block of Varsity
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired that occurred on Thusday, November 11, 2021 at 4:56 p.m., Off Campus in the 1100 Block of Varsity. The suspect(s) are described as follows: No description available at this time. The suspect fled Unknown Direction of Travel by Unknown means of travel from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shooting - 1100 block of Varsity Blvd - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	October 15, 2021
Location:	1100 block of Varsity Blvd
Details:	The Dekalb Police department is investigating a Shooting that occurred on October 15, 2021 at 12:01 a.m., Off Campus in the 1100 block of Varsity Blvd. The suspect is described as follows: male, African American, last seen wearing black pants and a white shirt. The suspect fled in an unknown direction of travel by unknown means of travel from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 600 block of Russell Rd - off campus
Date Occurred:	October 04, 2021
Location:	600 block of Russell Rd
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a shots fired incident that occurred on October 4th, 2021 at 04:33 AM, off campus in the 600 block of Russell Rd. No suspect description is available at this time. The suspect fled northbound by vehicle from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATED -- SAFETY WARNING - Shooting - 800 Block Ridge Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	October 03, 2021
Location:	800 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	UPDATE - October 18, 3:49 PM Suspect arrested in incident that occurred on October 3, 2021, in the 800 Block of Ridge Drive DeKalb Police Department have arrested Deanphony Broadnax Merchant, 22 years of age, from Carpentersville, Illinois, in connection with the shooting incident on October 3, 2021, in the 800 Block of Ridge Drive. ---------------------------------------------------------------- The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shooting that occurred on Sunday, October 3, 2021 at 5:20 AM Off Campus in the 800 Block of Ridge Drive. No suspect description is available at this time. The suspect fled Eastbound by Vehicle from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 700 Block of Fotis - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	October 02, 2021
Location:	700 Block of Fotis
Details:	The DeKalb Police is investigating a shots fired incident that occurred on October 2nd, 2021 at 04:20 AM, Off Campus in the 700 Block of Fotis. No suspect description is available at this time. The suspect fled unkown means from the area in an unknown direction. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 800 block Ridge Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	October 01, 2021
Location:	800 block Ridge Drive
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired incident that occurred on Friday, October 1, 2021 at 12:23 AM, Off Campus, in the 800 block of Ridge Drive. There is no suspect description available at this time. The suspect fled in an unknown direction by unknown means of travel from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATE - Unfounded -- SAFETY WARNING - Motor Vehicle Theft - 548 Kishwaukee Drive (NIU Parking Lot A) - On-Campus
Date Occurred:	September 23, 2021
Location:	548 Kishwaukee Drive (NIU Parking Lot A)
Details:	UPDATE - Unfounded Motor Vehicle Thefts September 23, 6:17 PM The NIU Police Department has completed its investigation into the two reported Motor Vehicle Thefts from NIU Parking Lot A and have determined them to be unfounded. An Unfounded report is when a police investigation reveals that no criminal offense occurred or was attempted. -------------------- The NIU Police Department is investigating two reported Motor Vehicle Thefts that occurred on Thursday, September 23, 2021, On-Campus, at 548 Kishwaukee Drive (NIU Parking Lot A). The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No information available at this time. The suspect fled in an unknown direction from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 1100 Block of Spiros - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	September 21, 2021
Location:	1100 Block of Spiros
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired incident that occurred on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at 8:19 PM, off campus in the 1100 Block of Spiros. No suspect information is available at this time. The suspect fled Northbound on foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Attempted Robbery - 800 Block of Ridge Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	September 17, 2021
Location:	800 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating an Attempted Robbery that occurred on Friday, September 17, 2021 at 9:36 PM, Off Campus, in the 800 Block of Ridge Drive. The suspects are described as follows: 1) Male, African American, between the age range of 17 to 21, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt. 2) Male, African American, between the age range of 17 to 21, wearing black clothing The suspects fled Southbound by Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - Moraine Terrace and Russell Road - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	September 15, 2021
Location:	Moraine Terrace and Russell Road
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired incident that occurred on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at 10:24 PM, Off Campus at the intersection of Moraine Terrace and Russell Road. The suspects are described as follows: 1) Male, African American wearing a white t-shirt and red shorts 2) Male, African American with dreadlock hairstyle 3) Male, African American The suspect fled Northbound by Vehicle from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	COMMUNITY AWARENESS MESSAGE - Theft of catalytic converters
Date Occurred:	September 01, 2021
Location:	DeKalb, both on and off-campus
Details:	Theft of catalytic converters from parked cars is on the rise across the nation and now in DeKalb both on and off-campus. To protect your vehicle, the NIU Police Department suggests that you park in busy, well-lit areas. If you have any information related to these incidents, please contact the NIU Police Department at 815-753-1212. As always, if you see something suspicious, call the police. Don't wait! NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.

Incident:

COMMUNITY AWARENESS MESSAGE - Theft of catalytic converters

Date Occurred:

September 01, 2021

Location:

DeKalb, both on and off-campus

Details:

Theft of catalytic converters from parked cars is on the rise across the nation and now in DeKalb both on and off-campus. To protect your vehicle, the NIU Police Department suggests that you park in busy, well-lit areas. If you have any information related to these incidents, please contact the NIU Police Department at 815-753-1212.

As always, if you see something suspicious, call the police. Don't wait!

NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.

Incident:	UPDATED - SAFETY WARNING - Shooting - 800 Block of Ridge Drive - Off-Campus
Date Occurred:	August 30, 2021
Location:	800 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	UPDATE - 9/1/2021 - Suspect arrested in incident that occurred on August 30, 2021, in the 800 Block of Ridge Drive DeKalb Police Department have arrested Desirea M. Joseph, 21 years of age, from DeKalb, Illinois, and charged her with aggravated battery with a firearm, aggravated discharge of a firearm, aggravated domestic battery and aggravated battery. DeKalb Police report this is an isolated incident. If you or someone you know are experiencing domestic violence, please reach out for immediate advocacy support by calling Safe Passage at 815-756-5228 or use the crisis text line at 815-393-1995 to speak with an advocate 24 hours a day. ------------------------------------- The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shooting that occurred on Monday, August 30, 2021, at approximately 2:53 PM, Off-campus, in the 800 Block of Ridge Drive. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No information available at this time. The suspect fled in an unknown by direction unknown means from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shooting - 1000 Block of W. Hillcrest - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	August 29, 2021
Location:	1000 block of W. Hillcrest
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shooting that occurred on Sunday, August 29, 2021 at approximately 3:40 AM, Off Campus in the 1000 block of W. Hillcrest. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No description available at this time. The suspect fled in an unknown direction by unknown means of travel from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots fired - 900 block of Spiros Court - Off campus
Date Occurred:	August 08, 2021
Location:	900 block of Spiros Court
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired incident that occurred on 08/08/2021 at 1:17 AM, off campus, in the 900 block of Spiros Court. The suspects are described as follows: no suspect description available. The suspects fled the area in an unknown direction by unknown means. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots fired - 500 block Normal Road - Off campus
Date Occurred:	August 06, 2021
Location:	500 block Normal Road
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots fired that occurred on Friday, August 6, 2021 at 6:08 pm, Off campus in the 500 block Normal Road. The suspect is described as follows: 1. Male, African-American wearing black pants with white stripes, black long sleeved shirt, with a black hood. The suspect fled Northbound by Vehicle from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shooting - 1100 Block W Lincoln Hwy - Off campus
Date Occurred:	August 05, 2021
Location:	1100 Block W Lincoln Hwy
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shooting that occurred on 08/05/2021 at 10:56 PM, off campus in the 1100 Block W Lincoln Hwy. The suspects are described as follows: No suspect description available. The suspects fled in an unknown direction by unknown means from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shooting - 1300 Block North Annie Glidden Rd - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	July 28, 2021
Location:	1300 Block North Annie Glidden Rd
Details:	The Dekalb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that occurred on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at 11:01 p.m., off campus in the 1300 Block North Annie Glidden Rd. The suspect is described as follows: Male, African-American wearing a white shirt and jeans. The suspect fled Northbound by on foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office at 815-895-2155. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 800 Block Ridge Dr - Off -Campus
Date Occurred:	July 25, 2021
Location:	800 Block Ridge Drive
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired that occurred on Sunday, July 25, 2021 at approximately 05:14 a.m., Off-Campus in the 800 Block Ridge Drive. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No Information available at this time. The suspect fled in an unknown direction by unknown means of travel from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 800 Block Ridge Dr - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	July 03, 2021
Location:	800 Block Ridge Drive
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired incident that occurred on Saturday, July 3, 2021 at 06:05 am, Off Campus in the 800 Block Ridge Dr. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: 1. Male, African American, between the ages of 30-35, approximately 5 foot 8 inches tall wearing all dark clothing. The suspect fled Westbound by Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 900 Block W Hillcrest - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	July 02, 2021
Location:	900 Block of West Hillcrest
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired incident that occurred on July 2, 2021 at 8:37 p.m., Off Campus in the 900 block West Hillcrest. The suspects are described as follows: Male subject wearing a white shirt and dark pants, male subject wearing a multi colored shirt. The suspects fled Northbound on foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Home Invasion - 1000 Block Spiros Court - OFF CAMPUS
Date Occurred:	June 14, 2021
Location:	1000 Block Spiros Court
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Home Invasion that occurred on 06/14/2021 at 04:11 AM, OFF CAMPUS in the 1000 Block Spiros Court. The suspect is described as follows: Male, African American, around 5'11" tall. Last seen wearing dark clothing. The suspect fled Northwest by by foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 1000 Block of West Hillcrest - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	June 11, 2021
Location:	1000 Block of West Hillcrest
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired that occurred on Friday, June 11, 2021 at 1:38 AM, Off campus in the 1000 Block of West Hillcrest. No suspect description is available at this time. The suspect fled the area in an unknown direction by unknown means. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Armed Robbery - 900 Block of Hillcrest Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	June 01, 2021
Location:	900 Block of Hillcrest Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating an Armed Robbery that occurred on Tuesday, June 01, 2021 at 08:30 AM, Off Campus in the 900 Block of Hillcrest Drive. The suspect is described as follows: Male, African American, between the ages of 17-21, with dreadlocks. He is approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall and was last seen wearing a black jacket and blue jeans. The suspect fled in an unknown direction by foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Arson - 800 Block Edgebrook Dr - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	May 18, 2021
Location:	800 Block Edgebrook Dr
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating an Arson that occurred on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at 5:50 PM, Off Campus in the 800 Block Edgebrook Dr. The suspects are described as follows: No description available at this time. The suspect fled in an unknown direction of travel by foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 1000 Block Regent Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	April 30, 2021
Location:	1000 Block Regent Drive
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired incident that occurred on Friday, April 30, 2021 at 2:48 AM, Off Campus in the 1000 Block of Regent Drive. No suspect description is available. The suspect fled Unknown direction by Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATED - SAFETY WARNING - Shooting - 1100 Block Lincoln Highway - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	April 29, 2021
Location:	1100 Block Lincoln Highway
Details:	UPDATE - 5/4/2021 - Suspect Arrested in April 29th Incident DeKalb Police have arrested Shaquan L. Foulks, 27 years of age, from DeKalb, IL, in connection with the Shooting incident on April 29th, in the 1100 block of West Lincoln Highway. ------------------------------------------------------------ The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shooting that occurred on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at 10:45 PM, Off Campus in the 1100 Block of Lincoln Highway. The suspect is described as follows: Male, African American, with light brown skin, last seen wearing all black clothing.. The suspect fled by Vehicle from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 800 block of Ridge Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	April 03, 2021
Location:	800 block of Ridge Drive
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired Incident that occurred on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at 3:02 AM, Off Campus in the 800 block of Ridge Drive. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No description available at this time. The suspect fled in an unknown direction of travel by unknown means from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shooting - 1100 block of Varsity - Off campus
Date Occurred:	March 23, 2021
Location:	1100 block of Varsity Blvd
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shooting that occurred on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at 1:35 AM, Off campus in the 1100 block of Varsity Blvd. The suspects are described as follows: Male, African-American wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, thin build Male, African-American wearing a white hooded sweatshirt, thin build. The suspects fled Eastbound on foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATED - SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 800 Block Edgebrook - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	January 19, 2021
Location:	800 Block Edgebrook
Details:	UPDATE - 1/22/2021 - Suspect Arrested in January 19th Incident DeKalb Police have arrested Brianna P. Mackey, 25 years of age, from DeKalb, IL, in connection with the Shots Fired incident on January 19th, in the 800 block of Edgebrook Drive. ------------------------ The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired incident that occurred on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 1:03 AM, Off Campus in the 800 Block of Edgebrook. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No description available at this time. The suspect fled in an unknown direction by vehicle from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATED - SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 1000 Block Aspen Court - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	January 15, 2021
Location:	1000 Block of Aspen Court
Details:	UPDATE - 1/19/2021 - Suspect Arrested in January 15th Incident DeKalb Police have arrested Dakari Williams, 24 years of age, from DeKalb, IL, in connection with the Shots Fired incident on January 15th, in the 1000 block of Aspen Court. ----------------------------------- The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired incident that occurred on Friday, January 15, 2021 at 12:03 AM, Off Campus in the 1000 Block Aspen Court. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No description available at this time. The suspect fled in an unknown direction on foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 1000 Block of Aspen Court - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	January 01, 2021
Location:	1000 Block of Aspen Court
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired that occurred on Friday, January 01, 2021 at 05:35 p.m, Off Campus in the 1000 Block of Aspen Court. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No Information available at this time. The suspect fled Unknown Direction by Unknown means of travel from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shooting - 800 Block Ridge Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	December 26, 2020
Location:	800 Block Ridge Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shooting that occurred on Saturday, December 26, 2020 at 7:30 PM, Off Campus, in the 800 Block of Ridge Drive. The suspect(s) are described as follows: Male African American, between 18-25 years of age, approximately 5'7", heavyset, with Dreadlocks. No description is available for the second subject The suspects fled in an unknown direction on foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 800 Block of Spiros Ct - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	December 24, 2020
Location:	800 Block of Spiros Ct.
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired incident that occurred on Thursday, December 24, 2020 at 6:56 PM, Off Campus in the 800 Block of Spiros Ct. The suspect is described as follows: Male African American between 30-35 years of age, approximately 6'00 medium build wearing all black clothing. The suspect fled uan nknown direction by vehicle from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATED - SAFETY WARNING - Armed Robbery - NIU Parking Lot 3 (300 Gilbert Drive) - On Campus
Date Occurred:	November 17, 2020
Location:	NIU Parking Lot 3 (300 Gilbert Drive)
Details:	UPDATE 11/23/2020 - Suspect Arrested in November 17th Incident Daquan K. Ray, 18 years of age, from Chicago, IL, has been arrested and charged in connection with the Aggravated Robbery incident on November 17th, in NIU Parking Lot 3 (300 Gilbert Drive). The investigation is ongoing. ------------------------------------------- The NIU Police Department is investigating an Armed Robbery that occurred on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at 8:50 PM, On Campus, in NIU Parking Lot 3 (300 Gilbert Drive). The suspect(s) are described as follows: 1st Suspect; Male African American, between 18-25 years of age, approximately 5'8", medium build, wearing jeans. 2nd Suspect: Male African American between 18-25 years of age The suspects fled in an unknown direction by vehicle from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Armed Robbery - 500 Block College Ave - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	November 10, 2020
Location:	500 Block College Ave
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Armed Robbery that occurred on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at 9:21 PM, Off Campus in the 500 Block College Ave. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: 1st Suspect Male African American, between the ages of 22 and 27, with dreadlocks. He is approximately 5'6 tall and was last seen wearing a hooded sweatshirt. 2nd Suspect Male African American wearing a hooded sweatshirt. The suspect fled Unknown direction by Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shooting - 800 Block of Ridge Drive - Off-Campus
Date Occurred:	November 09, 2020
Location:	800 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shooting that occurred on Monday, November 9, 2020, at approximately 12:58 PM, Off-Campus, in the 800 Block of Ridge Drive. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 1200 Block of Ivy - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	November 01, 2020
Location:	800 Block Pappas Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired that occurred on Sunday, November 1, 2020 at 1:13 AM, Off Campus in the 1200 Block of Ivy. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No description available. The suspect fled Eastbound by Vehicle from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 800 Block Pappas Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	November 01, 2020
Location:	800 Block Pappas Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired that occurred on Sunday, November 1, 2020 at 12:41 AM, Off Campus in the 800 Block Pappas Drive. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No description available. The suspect fled Unknown direction by Unknown means of travel from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Armed Robbery - 1000 Block West Hillcrest - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	October 31, 2020
Location:	1000 Block West Hillcrest
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating an Armed Robbery that occurred on Saturday, October 31, 2020 at 2:48 AM, Off Campus in the 1000 Block West Hillcrest. The suspects are described as follows: Suspect 1: Male African American, dark skinned, with short dreadlocks, wearing dark clothing. Suspect 2: Male African American, light skinned, with a short afro, wearing dark clothing. The suspects fled Southbound by Vehicle from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Robbery - 1000 Block Regent Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	October 24, 2020
Location:	1000 Block Regent Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Robbery that occurred on Saturday, October 24, 2020 at 9:35 PM, Off Campus in the 1000 Block Regent Drive. The suspects are described as follows: - Suspect 1: Male, African American wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black pants, and blue shoes. - Suspect 2: Male, African American with light brown skin and medium length hair, wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt, grey pants, and black shoes The suspects fled Northbound by foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 700 Regent Dr - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	October 20, 2020
Location:	700 Regent Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired that occurred on Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at 8:06 PM, off campus in the 700 block of Regent Drive. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No suspect description available. The suspect fled Unknown direction by Unknown means of travel from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Robbery - 900 Block of Ridge Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	October 01, 2020
Location:	900 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Robbery that occurred on Thursday, October 1, 2020 at 12:01 AM, Off Campus in the 900 Block of Ridge Drive. The suspects are described as follows: No Description Available. The suspects fled Southbound by Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATED - SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 900 Block of Ridge Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	September 22, 2020
Location:	900 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	UPDATE 9/23/2020, 3:18 PM - Suspect arrested in September 22nd incident DeKalb Police have arrested Maurice Shaw, 44 years old, from DeKalb, IL., in conjunction with the shots fired incident on September 22nd, in the 900 block of Ridge Drive. --------------------------------------------------------- The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired that occurred on Tuesday, Septmeber 22, 2020 at 4:35 AM, Off Campus in the 900 Block of Ridge Drive. No suspect information is available at this time. The suspect fled in an unknown direction by an unknown means of travel from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Armed Robbery - 1000 Block Hillcrest - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	September 19, 2020
Location:	1000 Block Hillcrest
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Armed Robbery that occurred on Saturday, September 19, 2020 at 8:50 PM, Off Campus in the 1000 Block Hillcrest. The suspects are described as follows: Suspect 1: Male African American, approximately 18-20 years of age, wearing black clothing and a mask. Suspect 2: Male African American, approximately 18-20 years of age, wearing red shoes, black hooded sweatshirt and a mask. Suspect 3: Male African American, approximately 18-20 years of age, wearing black clothing and a mask The suspects fled Eastbound by Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 800 Block of Ridge Drive - Off-Campus
Date Occurred:	September 12, 2020
Location:	800 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a report of shots fired that occurred on Saturday, September 12, 2020, at approximately 3:37 AM, Off-Campus, in the 800 Block of Ridge Drive. The suspect(s) is described as follows: No description available at this time. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 700 Block of Regent - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	September 09, 2020
Location:	700 Block of Regent
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a report of Shots Fired that occurred on Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at 9:46 PM, Off Campus in the 700 Block of Regent. The suspect is described as follows: African American male wearing a white and grey t-shirt and pants. The suspect fled in an unknown direction on foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATED - SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - NIU Parking Lot O (590 Grant Drive East) - On-Campus
Date Occurred:	September 05, 2020
Location:	NIU Parking Lot O (590 Grant Drive East)
Details:	UPDATE: 9/6/2020, 12:35 AM The NIU Police Department have secured the area and continue to investigate the incident. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The NIU Police Department is investigating a report of shots fired that occurred on Saturday, September 5, 2020, at approximately 11:45 PM, On-Campus, in NIU Parking Lot O. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 900 Block of Ridge Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	August 29, 2020
Location:	800 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a report of Shots Fired that occurred on Saturday, August 29, 2020 at 3:48 AM, Off Campus in the 900 Block of Ridge Drive. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No Description Available. The suspect fled Unknown direction by Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Motor Vehicle Theft - 600 Lucinda Avenue - On-Campus
Date Occurred:	August 19, 2020
Location:	600 Lucinda Avenue
Details:	The NIU Police Department is investigating a Motor Vehicle Theft that occurred on Wednesday, August 19, 2020, at approximately 8:58 PM, On-Campus, adjacent to 600 Lucinda Avenue. The description of the stolen vehicle is as follows: 2005 Black Lincoln Navigator, Illinois Registration: BH79085 Please take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:

COMMUNITY AWARENESS MESSAGE - NIU Move-In Day Information

Date Occurred:

August 19, 2020

Details:

The NIU community should expect high pedestrian and vehicular traffic around campus during student move ins from Wednesday morning through Friday evening.

University police urge motorists to use alternate routes, if possible. To mitigate traffic impacts, two roads will temporarily be designated as one-way. Gilbert Drive will only allow southbound traffic, and Lucinda Avenue will be one-way only allowing westbound traffic between Stadium Drive East and Stadium Drive West between the hours of 5AM - 6PM.

About Safety Bulletins:

NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Robbery - 1000 W Hillcrest - Off campus
Date Occurred:	August 14, 2020
Location:	1000 W Hillcrest
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Robbery that occurred on Friday, August 14, 2020 at 810 pm, Off campus in the 1000 W Hillcrest. The suspect is described as follows: Dark Skinned male with dreadlocks driving a white sedan. The suspect fled in an unknown direction by vehicle from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 800 Block Ridge Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	August 02, 2020
Location:	800 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired that occurred on Sunday, August 2, 2020 at 11:10 PM, Off Campus in the 800 Block Ridge Drive. There is no suspect description available. The suspect fled Westbound by Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Robbery - 300 Block Augusta - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	July 28, 2020
Location:	300 Block Augusta
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Robbery that occurred on Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at 05:52 AM, Off Campus in the 300 Block Augusta. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: Male, African American with dark brown skin between the ages of 20 and 22 last seen wearing a grey T-shirt. The suspect fled Unknown direction by Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATE: SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 800 Block of Ridge Drive - Off-Campus
Date Occurred:	July 23, 2020
Location:	800 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	UPDATE 7/31/2020 - Suspect Arrested in July 23rd Incident Maurice C. Hamilton, 20 years of age, from Aurora, IL, has been arrested and charged in connection with the Shots Fired incident on July 23rd, in the 800 block of Ridge Drive. --------------- The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a report of shots fired that occurred on Thursday, July 23, 2020, at approximately 7:28 PM, Off-Campus, in the 800 Block of Ridge Drive. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Residential Burglaries/Criminal Trespass - Vicinity of the 500 Block of Ridge and 1000 Block of Garden Road - Off-Campus
Date Occurred:	July 15, 2020
Location:	Vicinity of the 500 Block of Ridge and 1000 Block of Garden Road
Details:	DeKalb Police are investigating a series of residential burglaries and complaints of trespass in the vicinity of the 500 Block of Ridge, including Carlisle Lane and Pickwick Lane, and the 1000 block of Garden Road. To protect your belongings, the NIU Police Department suggests you take the following precautions: Make sure your belongings are secured by keeping windows and doors closed and locked. Place valuable items out of sight, or take them with you. As always, if you see something suspicious, call the police. Don't wait! If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400, the NIU Department of Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus when you get to a safe location. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATE: Emergency Alert - 1000 Block of W. Hillcrest - Off-Campus
Date Occurred:	July 12, 2020
Location:	1011 W. Hillcrest Drive
Details:	UPDATE: 7/13/2020 - Suspect Arrested in July 12th Incident The DeKalb Police Department have arrested Wayne Q. Slater, 27 years of age, from DeKalb, IL. in connection with the Shooting incident on July 12th, in the 1000 Block of W. Hillcrest. The investigation is ongoing and additional charges are expected. ------------ UPDATE: 7/12/2020, 10:02 PM The DeKalb Police Department have secured the area and continue to investigate the incident. ------------ 7/12/2020, 8:23 PM - The DeKalb Police Department is advising of an active threat at 1011 W. Hillcrest. The suspect is at large. Leave the area immediately. If you cannot leave, shelter in place. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 800 Block Edgebrook Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	July 04, 2020
Location:	800 Block of Edgebrook Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating Shots Fired that occurred on Saturday, July 4, 2020 at 2:55 AM, Off Campus in the 800 Block Edgebrook Drive. No suspect information is available at this time. The suspect(s) fled unknown direction by unknown means of travel from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATE -- SAFETY WARNING - Shooting - 800 Block of Edgebrook Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	June 26, 2020
Location:	800 Block of Edgebrook Drive
Details:	UPDATE 6/29/2020 - Suspect Arrested in June 26th Incident DeKalb Police have arrested Darris Flores, 27 years of age, from Hampshire, IL, in connection with the Shooting incident on June 26th, in the 800 block of Edgebrook Drive. --------------------- The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shooting that occurred on Friday, June 26, 2020 at 2:15 AM, Off Campus in the 800 Block of Edgebrook Drive. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: Male Hispanic with light skin wearing a white shirt. The suspect fled Unknown direction by Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Armed Robbery - Intersection of Russell Road and Crane Drive - Off-Campus
Date Occurred:	May 31, 2020
Location:	Intersection of Russell Road and Crane Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating an Armed Robbery that occurred on Sunday, May 31, 2020, at approximately 7:33 P.M., Off-Campus, near the Intersection of Russell Road and Crane Drive. The suspects are described as follows: Male, Caucasian Male, Caucasian The suspects fled westbound by vehicle from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Robbery - Intersection of Ridge Drive and Rushmoore Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	May 21, 2020
Location:	Intersection of Ridge Drive and Rushmoore Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Robbery that occurred on Thursday, May 21, 2020 at 1:31 p.m., Off Campus near the Intersection of Ridge Drive and Rushmoore Drive. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: Male, African American, between the ages of 17-21, with short dreadlocks. He was last seen wearing blue boxer shorts and no shirt. . The suspect fled Eastbound by Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATE -- SAFETY WARNING - Armed Robbery - 1000 Block of W. Hillcrest Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	March 09, 2020
Location:	1000 Block of W. Hillcrest Drive
Details:	UPDATE 3/11/2020 - Suspect Arrested in Mar. 9th Incident DeKalb Police have arrested a 17-year-old juvenile from DeKalb in connection with the Armed Robbery incident on Mar. 9, 2020, in the 1000 block of West Hillcrest Drive. ---------------------- The DeKalb Police Department is investigating an Armed Robbery that occurred on Monday, March 9, 2020 at 4:30 p.m., Off Campus in the 1000 Block of W. Hillcrest Drive. The suspect is described as follows: Male, African American, between the age of 20-29, with facial hair. He is around 5 feet, 9 inches tall, wearing a dark colored jacket, jeans, and boots, with tattoos on his face.. The suspect fled in an unknown direction on foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATE -- SAFETY WARNING - Robbery - 800 Block Kimberly Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	February 17, 2020
Location:	800 Block Kimberly Drive
Details:	UPDATE 3/16/2020 - Suspect Arrested in Feb. 17th Incident DeKalb Police have arrested a 17-year-old juvenile from DeKalb, IL, in connection with the Robbery incident on Feb. 17, 2020, in the 800 block of Kimberly Drive. -------------------------------------------- The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Robbery that occurred on Monday, February 17, 2020, at 9:57 PM, Off Campus in the 800 Block Kimberly Drive. The suspect fled in an unknown direction on foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATE -- SAFETY WARNING - Shooting - 800 Block of Edgebrook Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	January 23, 2020
Location:	800 Block of Edgebrook Drive
Details:	UPDATE 1/25/2020 - Suspect Arrested in Jan. 23rd Incident The DeKalb Police Department have arrested a suspect in connection with the report of a shooting on Jan.23, 2020, at approximately 11:18 P.M. in the 800 block of Edgebrook Drive. Adam D. Koertner, 18, of DeKalb, IL was arrested and charged with First Degree Murder. ------------------- The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shooting that occurred on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at Approximately 11:18 PM, Off Campus in the 800 Block of Edgebrook Drive. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATE -- SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 900 Block of Ridge Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	January 01, 2020
Location:	900 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	UPDATE 1/17/2020 - Suspects Arrested in Jan. 1st Incident The DeKalb Police Department have arrested two suspects in connection with the report of shots fired on Jan.1, 2020, at approximately 3:22 a.m. in the 900 block of Ridge Drive. Calvin Hamilton, 37, of DeKalb, IL was charged and arrested with Reckless Discharge of a Firearm, Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon by a Felon, and Armed Habitual Offender. Taylor Hopper, 24, of DeKalb, IL, was charged and arrested with Reckless Discharge of a Firearm and Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon. -------------- The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired that occurred on Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at 3:22 AM, Off Campus in the 900 Block of Ridge Drive. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shooting - 900 Block of West Hillcrest Dr - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	December 15, 2019
Location:	900 Block of Hillcrest Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on Sunday, December 15, 2019 at 11:54 PM, Off Campus in the 900 Block of West Hillcrest Drive. The suspect fled Unknown by Vehicle from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety Department at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Armed Robbery - 900 Block of Hillcrest Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	December 09, 2019
Location:	900 Block of Hillcrest Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating an Armed Robbery that occurred on Monday, December 09, 2019 at 9:26 p.m., Off Campus in the 900 Block of Hillcrest Drive. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: Male, African American, Between the ages of 20-30, short dreadlocks. He is around 5 feet 10 inches tall, and was last seen wearing all black clothing. Male, African American, Between the ages of 20-30. He is around 6 feet 01 inch tall, and was last seen wearing all black clothing and a mask. Male, African American, Between the ages of 20-30. He is around 5 feet 10 inches tall, and was last seen wearing all black clothing. The suspects fled Southbound by Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Robbery - 800 Block Spiros Court - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	December 04, 2019
Location:	800 Block Spiros Court
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Robbery that occurred on Wednesday, December 04, 2019 at 12:52 a.m., Off Campus in the 800 Block Spiros Court. The suspects fled southbound by foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	Community Awareness Message
Date Occurred:	November 18, 2019
Location:	Social media
Details:	The NIU Police investigated social media reports of an alleged threat of violence against campus Monday, Nov. 18. After contacting the individuals involved and thoroughly investigating the matter police have determined that there is no credible threat or need for concern.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Notifications:	NIU Safety Notifications are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 200 Block Linden Pl - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	November 12, 2019
Location:	200 Block Linden Place
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired that occurred on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at 6:46 PM, Off Campus in the 200 Block Linden Pl. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: No suspect information is available. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Armed Robbery - 700 Block Regent Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	November 11, 2019
Location:	700 Block Regent Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Armed Robbery that occurred on Monday, November 11, 2019 at 7:46 PM, Off Campus in the 700 Block Regent Drive. The suspects are described as follows: Male, African American, 5'09 - 6'00 tall, approximately 18-20 years of age, and was last seen wearing dark clothing Male, African American, 5'09 - 6'00 tall, approximately 18-20 years of age, and was last seen wearing dark clothing. The suspects fled northbound by vehicle from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Armed Robbery - 1400 Block of West Lincoln Highway - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	October 23, 2019
Location:	1400 Block of West Lincoln Highway
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Armed Robbery that occurred on Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at 4:30 PM, off campus in the 1400 Block of West Lincoln Highway. The suspect(s) are described as follows: Male, African American, approximately 6 foot tall, approximately 125 pounds, last seen wearing dark clothing and a mask. Male, African American, approximately 6 foot tall, approximately 125 pounds, last seen wearing dark clothing and a mask. The suspects fled Eastbound by vehicle from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Armed Robbery - 1100 Block of Varsity Boulevard - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	October 22, 2019
Location:	1100 Block of Varsity Boulevard
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating an Armed Robbery that occurred on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at 9:57 p.m., Off Campus in the 1100 Block of Varsity Boulevard. The suspect is described as follows: Male, African American, skinny build, between 5'7" and 5'8" tall, and was last seen wearing a cap and sweatpants, with a tattoo on his face. The suspect fled in an unknown direction by foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Vehicle Burglaries - Neighborhoods West of Annie Glidden Road and North of Varsity Boulevard - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	October 22, 2019
Location:	Neighborhoods West of Annie Glidden Road and North of Varsity Boulevard
Details:	DeKalb Police are investigating a series of vehicle burglaries that were reported recently in the neighborhoods West of Annie Glidden Road and North of Varsity Boulevard. To protect your belongings, the NIU Police Department suggests you take the following precautions: Make sure your belongings are secured by keeping windows and doors closed and locked. Place valuable items out of sight, or take them with you. As always, if you see something suspicious, call the police. Don't wait! If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400, the NIU Department of Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus when you get to a safe location. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Shots Fired - 800 Block of Ridge Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	October 20, 2019
Location:	800 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	The Dekalb Police Department is investigating a Shots Fired that occurred on Sunday, October 20, 2019 at 04:50 AM, Off Campus in the 800 Block of Ridge Drive. The suspect is described as follows: Male, African American, between the ages of 20-29, short hair, and was last seen wearing a long sleeved black shirt. The suspect fled the area on foot in an unknown direction. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATE -- SAFETY WARNING - Aggravated Robbery - 100 block of N. Annie Glidden Road - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	September 16, 2019
Location:	100 Block N. Annie Glidden Road
Details:	Update 9/19/19, 3:47 p.m. DeKalb Police have arrested three juvenile suspects in connection with an incident, at about 9 p.m., Sept. 16 in the 100 block of N. Annie Glidden Road. The suspects, juvenile males, ages 14, 16, and 17, all of DeKalb, Ill., were charged with aggravated robbery. All three were transported to the Kane County Juvenile Justice Center. ----------- The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Aggravated Robbery that occurred on Monday, September 16, 2019 at 8:55 p.m., Off Campus in the 100 block of N. Annie Glidden Road. The suspect(s) is/are described as follows: Male African American, between the ages of 17-21, blond braids. He is around 5' 7" tall, thin build, and was last seen wearing a white hooded sweatshirt. Male African American, between the ages of 17-21, thick long hair. He is around 5' 9" tall, thin build, and was last seen wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt. Male African American, between the ages of 17-21, short curly hair. He is around 5' 9" tall, thin build, and was last seen wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt. The suspect fled Northbound by Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Reckless Discharge of a Firearm - 800 Block of Edgebrook Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	September 08, 2019
Location:	800 Block of Edgebrook Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating an Reckless Discharge of a Firearm that occurred on Sunday, September 8, 2019 at 03:12 a.m., Off Campus in the 800 Block of Edgebrook Drive. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - Armed Robbery - 800 Block of Kimberly Drive - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	August 20, 2019
Location:	800 Block of Kimberly Drive
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating an Armed Robbery that occurred on Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at 12:24 a.m., Off Campus in the 800 Block of Kimberly Drive. The suspect is described as follows: male individual, approximately 5 feet 5 inches tall, wearing dark clothing.. The suspect fled southbound by foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATE -- SAFETY WARNING - OFF CAMPUS - 900 Block Lucinda Ave - Armed Robbery
Date Occurred:	August 15, 2019
Location:	1100 Block of West Hillcrest
Details:	Update 8/15/19, 8:53 p.m. - Incident Unfounded The DeKalb Police Department has investigated this incident and determined it to be unfounded. ---------- The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a Robbery that occurred on Thursday, August 15, 2019 at 6:20 PM, Off Campus in the 1100 Block of West Hillcrest. The two suspects are described as follows: Male, African American, with light Skin The suspects fled Westbound by Foot from the area. Please avoid or take necessary precautions while in the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please get to a safe location and report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. Suspicious activity may also be reported by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATE - COMMUNITY AWARENESS MESSAGE - GAS LEAK - 100 BLOCK OF JOHN ST
Date Occurred:	August 15, 2019
Location:	100 BLOCK OF JOHN ST
Details:	Update 8/15/19, 10:11 PM - Authorities have determined the area to be safe. ---------------------------------------- NIU OFFICERS ARE RESPONDING TO A REPORTED GAS LEAK AT 100 BLOCK OF JOHN ST. PLEASE AVOID THE AREA. Extinguish all flammable items. Follow instructions from authorities.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	SAFETY WARNING - OFF CAMPUS - 900 Block Lucinda Ave - Armed Robbery
Date Occurred:	August 03, 2019
Location:	900 block of Lucinda Avenue
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at approximately 7:00 PM on August 3, 2019, off campus in the 900 block of Lucinda Avenue. The suspects are described as follows: Dark skinned male with dreadlocks, wearing all black clothing with a bandana around his neck Dark skinned male wearing a white t-shirt with a towel covering his face There were three additional suspects but descriptions are not available. The suspects fled southbound on foot from the area. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400 or the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	1200 Block Varsity Blvd – Residential Burglary – Off Campus
Date Occurred:	July 18, 2019
Location:	1200 Block Varsity Blvd
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department is investigating a residential burglary that occurred in the evening of July 18, 2019, off campus in the 1200 Block of Varsity Boulevard. The suspect is described as follows: A dark-skinned male, approximately 5-foot-11-inches, medium build, brown eyes, black hair, with facial hair. The suspect fled northeast on foot from the residence. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400 or the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	Community Awareness Bulletin - Heat Advisory
Date Occurred:	July 17, 2019
Location:	DeKalb, IL
Details:	The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Watch from Thursday through Saturday. An Excessive Heat Watch means that a prolonged period of hot temperatures is expected. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a dangerous situation in which heat illnesses are possible. Drink plenty of fluids...stay in an air-conditioned room...stay out of the sun...and check up on relatives and neighbors. The extended duration of heat, combined with nearly full sunshine, and oppressive warmth even at night will lead to potentially hazardous conditions, particularly for the elderly and those with pre-existing health conditions. The City of DeKalb has designated the DeKalb Public Library as a cooling center for members of the community.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	900 Block Greenbrier Rd - Arson - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	July 16, 2019
Location:	900 Block Greenbrier Rd
Details:	DeKalb Police are investigating an arson that occurred on July 16, 2019, off campus in the 900 Block of Greenbrier. There was no damage done to the complex and there were no reports of injuries. No other information is available at this time. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400 or the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	900 Block Greenbrier Rd - Arson - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	July 11, 2019
Location:	900 Block Greenbrier Rd
Details:	DeKalb Police are investigating an arson that occurred on July 11, 2019, at approximately 5:13 a.m., off campus in the 900 Block of Greenbrier Road. No other information is available at this time. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400 or the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	800 Block Ridge Drive - Arson - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	July 09, 2019
Location:	800 Block Ridge Drive
Details:	DeKalb Police are investigating an arson that occurred on July 9, 2019, at approximately 10:54 p.m., off campus in the 800 Block of Ridge Drive. No other information is available at this time. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400 or the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	Neighborhood west of Annie Glidden Road and North of Varsity Boulevard- Off Campus Residential Burglaries
Date Occurred:	July 05, 2019
Location:	Neighborhood west of Annie Glidden Road and North of Varsity Boulevard
Details:	DeKalb Police are investigating a series of residential burglaries that were reported recently in the neighborhood west of Annie Glidden Road and North of Varsity Boulevard. No other information is available at this time. To protect your belongings, the NIU Police Department suggests you take the following precautions: Make sure your belongings are secured by keeping windows and doors secured. Place valuable items out of sight. As always, if you see something suspicious, call the police. Don't wait! If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400 or the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	Area of Ridge Drive – Residential Burglaries – Off Campus
Date Occurred:	July 02, 2019
Location:	Ridge Drive, DeKalb, IL
Details:	The DeKalb Police Department has recently seen an increase in burglaries in the area of Ridge Drive. To protect your belongings, the NIU Police Department suggests that you take the following precautions: Make sure your belongings are secured by keeping windows up and doors locked. Place valuable items out of sight. As always, if you see something suspicious, call the police. Don’t wait! If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400 or the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	800 Block Ridge Drive - Arson - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	June 29, 2019
Location:	800 Block Ridge Drive
Details:	DeKalb Police are investigating an arson that occurred on June 29, 2019, off campus in the 800 Block of Ridge Drive. Minimal damage was done to the complex and there were no reports of injuries. No other information is available at this time. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400 or the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	900 Block Ridge Drive - Aggravated Battery - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	June 28, 2019
Location:	900 Block Ridge Drive
Details:	DeKalb Police are investigating an aggravated battery that occurred on June 28, 2019, at approximately 4:24 p.m. off campus in the 900 block of Ridge Drive. The suspect is described as follows: Dark-skinned male, between the ages of 22-27, approximately 5ft 9in tall, approximately 180 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. The suspect subsequently fled the area in a Blue Lincoln Sedan southbound from the scene. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400 or the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	800 Block Ridge Drive - Arson- Off Campus
Date Occurred:	June 26, 2019
Location:	800 Block Ridge Drive
Details:	DeKalb Police are investigating an arson that occurred on June 26, 2019, off campus in the 800 Block of Ridge Drive. Minimal damage was done to the complex and there were no reports of injuries. No other information is available at this time. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400 or the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	1000 Block of Regent Drive - Armed Robbery - Off Campus
Date Occurred:	June 25, 2019
Location:	1000 Block of Regent Drive
Details:	DeKalb Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred on June 25, 2019, at approximately 07:20 p.m. off campus in the 1000 block of Regent Drive. The suspects are described as follows: Suspect 1: Dark-skinned male, between the ages of 17-21, approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall, approximately 160 pounds, short black hair, brown eyes, wearing a jogging suit. Suspect 2: Dark-skinned male, between the ages of 17-21, approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall, approximately 160 pounds, short black hair, brown eyes, with a tattoo on his neck, wearing a jogging suit. The suspects subsequently fled on foot. No other information is available at this time. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400 or the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	800 Block of Russell Road - Aggravated Battery - Off-Campus
Date Occurred:	June 15, 2019
Location:	800 block of Russell Road
Details:	DeKalb Police are investigating an aggravated battery that occurred on June 15, 2019, at approximately 02:02 a.m., off campus in the 800 block of Russell Road. The suspect fled the area in a gray vehicle. No other information is available at this time. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400 or the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	1000 Block of Ridge Drive - Attempted Burglary - Off-Campus
Date Occurred:	May 28, 2019
Location:	1000 Block of Ridge Drive
Details:	DeKalb Police are investigating an attempted burglary that occurred on May 28, 2019, at approximately 10:20 p.m. off campus in the 1000 block of Ridge Drive. The suspect is described as follows: - Dark-skinned male, with braided hair, wearing a white t-shirt, blue jeans, and a black hooded sweatshirt. The suspect subsequently fled the area on foot in an unknown direction. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400 or the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATE - 500 Block of West Hillcrest Drive - Aggravated Assault (Shots Fired) - Off-Campus
Date Occurred:	May 15, 2019
Location:	500 block of West Hillcrest Drive
Details:	Update 5/20/19 - Suspect arrested in May 15 incident DeKalb Police have arrested a suspect in connection with a disturbance at about 9:37 p.m., May 15, in the 500 block of Hillcrest Drive. Shakiem Slaughter, 25, of Chicago, has been charged with aggravated discharge of a firearm, unlawful possession of a firearm as a felon and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon. -------------------------------------------- DeKalb Police are investigating a report of an aggravated assault (shots fired) that occurred on May 15, 2019, at approximately 9:37 PM off campus in the area of Hillcrest Drive / Crayton Circle. Please avoid the area as police investigate. The offenders were described as three dark-skinned males. The suspects fled the area eastbound on Hillcrest in an older model silver sedan. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212, or the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	800 Block of Crane Drive - Aggravated Battery - Off-Campus
Date Occurred:	May 11, 2019
Location:	800 block of Crane Drive
Details:	DeKalb Police are investigating an aggravated battery that occurred on May 11, 2019, at approximately 3:28 a.m., off campus in the 800 block of Crane Drive. The suspects fled the area in a silver vehicle. No other information is available. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400 or the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	1000 Block of West Lincoln Highway - Burglary - Off-Campus
Date Occurred:	May 09, 2019
Location:	1000 block of West Lincoln Highway
Details:	DeKalb Police are investigating a burglary that occurred on May 9, 2019, at approximately 10:18 p.m. off campus in the 1000 block of West Lincoln Highway. The suspect is described as follows: - Dark-skinned male, wearing all black clothing. The suspect subsequently fled the area northbound on foot. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400 or the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	UPDATE: 400 Block of Russell Road - Aggravated Assault - Off-Campus
Date Occurred:	April 15, 2019
Location:	400 Block of Russell Road
Details:	Update 5/14/19 - Suspect Arrested Deandre D. Johnson, 27, of DeKalb, IL, was charged and arrested with armed violence and aggravated battery. -------------------------------------------- DeKalb Police are investigating an aggravated assault that occurred on April 15, 2019, at approximately 12:25 a.m., off campus in the 400 block of Russell Road. The suspects are described as follows: Suspect 1: Male, wearing black clothing and a black hooded sweatshirt. Suspect 2: Male, wearing black clothing and a black hooded sweatshirt. The suspects subsequently fled the area on foot. If you have any information related to this incident or if you witness any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the DeKalb Police Department at 815-748-8400 or the NIU Police and Public Safety at 815-753-1212. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location. Witnesses may remain anonymous by calling 815-753-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately to the police by activating an NIU emergency call box on campus or by calling NIU Police or DeKalb Police when you get to a safe location.
Safety Tips and Resources:	Our campus, our community. The Northern Illinois University campus is a safe one, but a large university campus and its surrounding community will not be crime free. NIU and DeKalb Police and other partner law enforcement agencies work together to prevent crime and to quickly identify and arrest offenders when crime occurs. You, too, play a very important role in keeping our campus and community safe. Be alert, and trust your instincts. Be aware of your surroundings. If a situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn't. Contact police if something looks suspicious or out of place. Any information, no matter how small, can contribute to preventing a crime. Watch out for each other. Don’t be a bystander. Call 911 immediately if you or someone else is in danger. If you hear or see a fire alarm, leave the building immediately. Just because you cannot see flames or smoke does not mean you are safe – a fire or other hazard could be in another part of the building and rapidly spread to where you are. Please take a moment to review the Campus Safety resources below to stay informed and keep yourself and others safe on and off campus. Stay Safe Learn how to protect yourself from crime on and off campus. Use Our Safety Services From transportation to safety classes, take advantage of the programs we have to protect your safety. Read Our FAQs Get your questions answered about how NIU manages campus safety. Report Your Concerns Report areas on campus that need attentions. Emergency Information Subscribe to campus safety bulletins and find emergency information.
About Safety Bulletins:	NIU Safety Bulletins are based on information that has been reported to Northern Illinois University Police and Public Safety. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time the Safety Bulletin was issued. Safety Bulletins will be issued via e-mail and posted to our website when an incident occurs that should be brought to the immediate attention of the university community. Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in NIU Safety Bulletins only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect's appearance from the general population.

Incident:	800 Block of Charles Street – Armed Robbery - Off-Campus