Campus Police Log: May 10 to Sept. 6

>>May 10, 2022

7:51 a.m., Fields off of South Pleasant

ACPD received a report of people hunting with rifles in the fields south campus. The people had since left the area.

10:33 a.m., Service Building Lot

A Detective took a report of a past Motor Vehicle Accident.

1:43 p.m., Morris Pratt Dormitory

A Detective took a report of harassing phone calls.

>>May 11, 2022

1:23 a.m., Sellen Street

A Sergeant assisted APD in a foot pursuit that resulted in an arrest.

4:17 p.m., Emily Dickinson Museum

A Detective responded to an intrusion alarm set off by a contractor

>>May 12, 2022

2:03 a.m., East Drive

A Sergeant observed several people tampering with traffic control devices on East Dr.  The people fled on foot upon seeing the sergeant.

>>May 13, 2022

3:17 a.m., Book and Plow Farm

A Sergeant investigated a car parked by the Book and Plow.  Two unaffiliated people were asked to leave.

4:20 p.m., Book and Plow Farm

ACPD dispatch received a 911/2111 hang-up. Phone number was not affiliated with the College and caller was unable to be reached.

>>May 14, 2022

6:05 a.m., Boltwood Avenue

A Sergeant assisted Amherst Police Department in locating a juvenile that had run away from home.

11:42 a.m., Churchill House

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm after it was accidentally set off by an employee.

2:58 p.m., Rodeway Inn

ACPD and Hadley Fire Department responded to a fire alarm. Cause of activation was unfounded.

3:49 p.m., James Dormitory

ACPD responded to a 911 hang-up after the caller stated it was a prank. The Detective met with the individual that was involved. No further assistance was needed.

11:50 p.m., Wieland Dormitory

ACPD, Community Safety Assistants and the Administrator on Call responded to check on the well-being of a student.

>>May 15, 2022

3:04 a.m., The Octagon

A Sergeant observed some individuals on the roof. They were instructed to get down and left the area upon request.

>>May 16, 2022

2:47 a.m., Greenway C

A Community Service Officer responded to a noise complaint. The loud group had dispersed before the CSO's arrival.

11:53 a.m., Barrett Hall

A Sergeant took a report of graffiti/tagging on the exterior of the building. Incident is under investigation.

1:57 p.m., Seeley Mudd Parking Lot

ACPD took a report of a stolen golf cart. Incident is under investigation.

4:09 p.m., Valentine Quad

ACPD took a report of a past simple assault. Victim does not want to go forward with criminal charges.

4:35 p.m., Mead Art Museum

A Sergeant took a report of graffiti/tagging on the exterior of the building. Incident is under investigation.

8:11 p.m., Stearns Dormitory

ACPD responded to a pre-fire alarm and found the cause of activation to be cooking smoke.

>>May 17, 2022

12:13 a.m., King Hall

The Administrator on Call responded to a noise complaint. Party was dispersed.

8:34 a.m., Moore Hall

A student complained about the landscapers equipment being too loud. The complaint was relayed to the Grounds Department.

10:25 a.m., The Bunker

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm and found employees on scene, who confirmed it was an accidental activation.

11:11 p.m., Morris Pratt Dormitory

ACPD dispatch received a call from the elevator emergency phone. Caller stated it was an accidental activation.

>>May 18, 2022

7:42 p.m., Valentine Coatroom

A Detective took a report regarding a past larceny. The incident was investigated and the stolen item was quickly recovered. Victim chose not to press criminal charges.

>>May 19, 2022

6:14 a.m., Pratt Field House

An employee contacted dispatch after accidentally setting off the intrusion alarm. They were able to then disarm the panel on their own.

2:47 p.m., Jenkins Dormitory

A Detective took a report of vandalism after a staff member reported substantial damage to a wall in a suite common room.

>>May 20, 2022

1:34 a.m., Lee Hall

ACPD responded to a pre-fire alarm and found the cause of activation to be from a student blow drying their hair.

>>May 21, 2022

1:12 a.m., Charles Pratt Dormitory

ACPD and a Community Safety Assistant responded to an intrusion alarm. Cause of activation was unfounded.

1:40 a.m., Mead Art Museum

A Sergeant observed multiple people on the roof of the building. They were all identified as Amherst College students. The matter was referred to the Office of Student Affairs.

2:18 a.m., Boltwood Avenue

A Sergeant observed two people trying to steal a street sign. Amherst Police Department responded as well. The two individuals never took possession of the sign. They were spoken to and sent on their way.

11:33 a.m., Morris Pratt Dormitory

ACPD dispatch received an emergency call from the elevator. The individual reported it was accidental and no further action was taken.

>>May 22, 2022

12:13 a.m., Stearns Steeple

ACPD responded to a report of multiple students on the roof of the Mead and scaffolding of Stearns Steeple. Thirteen students were identified and removed from the area.

12:32 a.m., Cohan Dormitory

ACPD responded to a pre-fire alarm. The cause of activation was unfounded.

12:26 p.m., South Parking Lot

A Sergeant took a report involving damage to a motor vehicle. Unknown when the damage occurred. This incident is under investigation.

>>May 23, 2022

5:59 a.m., Keefe Health Center

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm and found it to be an accidental activation by an employee.

>>May 24, 2022

4:50 a.m., Frost Library

A Detective conducted a walk through after a staff member reported students being in the building after hours. No other students were found during their walk through

3:58 p.m., Mead Art Museum

A Community Service Officer observed two students painting on the exterior east side of the building. An officer responded as well and spoke to the students.

>>May 25, 2022

6:25 a.m., Scott House

A Detective responded to an intrusion alarm and found it was an accidental activation by an employee.

12:38 p.m., Nicholls Biondi

A Sergeant took a report regarding property that was stolen from a staff member.

1:51 p.m., Tyler House

ACPD took a report of a stolen bicycle.

5:15 p.m., 40 Dickinson Street

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm. The cause of activation was unfounded.

>>May 26, 2022

1:12 p.m., Residential Hall A

A Detective took a larceny report. This case is under investigation.

3:20 p.m., Mayo-Smith Dormitory

A student reported their truck bed cover was stolen. A Detective conducted an investigation and the item was recovered.

9:50 p.m., Jenkins Dormitory

ACPD responded to a pre-fire alarm and found the cause of activation to be a smoke machine. Smoke was cleared out and alarm was reset.

>>May 27, 2022

12:07 p.m., Campus Grounds

An individual was issued an order trespassing them from Amherst College properties.

12:23 p.m., Valentine Dining Hall

ACPD received a 911 hang up call that originated in a staff members office. A Sergeant responded and spoke to the staff member, who stated the call was accidental.

>>May 28, 2022

5:17 a.m., Morris Pratt Dormitory

A Sergeant took a report after an exit sign was found vandalized.

11:02 a.m., 79 South Pleasant

A Sergeant responded to an intrusion alarm. Upon arrival, no one was found in the area and the cause of activation was unfounded.

11:28 a.m., New Science Center

A Sergeant took a report of a stolen bicycle. This incident is under investigation.

3:18 p.m., Marsh House

A Detective took a report from a student after their belongings went missing from the common room of the dorm. Incident is under investigation.

6:11 p.m., Newport House

A Detective responded to a pre-fire alarm. Upon arrival, they found the cause of activation to be from cooking smoke.

6:49 p.m., Campus Grounds

An individual was issued an order trespassing them from Amherst College properties.

8:23 p.m., Lipton House

A Detective responded to a pre-fire alarm. Upon arrival, they found the cause of activation to be from a hair dryer.

>>May 29, 2022

12:55 a.m., Morris Pratt Dormitory

ACPD dispatch received a call from the emergency elevator phone. There was no response from the caller. A Detective responded and found no one in the area or in need of assistance.

7:40 a.m., Lee Hall

A Detective responded to a pre-fire alarm. Upon arrival, they found the cause of activation to be from a hair dryer.

1:16 p.m., Frost Library

ACEMS and ACPD responded to a visitor who had fallen and struck their knee on the pavement. Patient was evaluated and no transport was necessary.

9:20 p.m., Beneski Museum

A Detective responded to an intrusion alarm. Upon arrival, they found it was accidentally set off by a student.

>>May 30, 2022

1:28 p.m., Moore Dormitory

A 911 call came into dispatch from the elevator's emergency phone. No communication was made from the caller. Upon the officers arrival, no one was found in the area or in need of assistance.

8:17 p.m., Lee Hall

A Sergeant took a report after an exit sign was found vandalized.

>>May 31, 2022

6:12 a.m., Scott House

A Detective responded to an intrusion alarm and found it was an accidental activation by an employee.

6:41 a.m., Morris Pratt Dormitory

Dispatch received a call from the Morris Pratt emergency elevator phone.  The caller stated they hit the button by accident and did not need any assistance.

8:23 a.m., Counseling Center

A staff member reported suspicious property that was left on the steps of their building. A Sergeant responded and found the property belonged to a current student. Items were then returned to the owner.

8:48 a.m., Merrill Science Building

Contractors accidentally cut a wire and set off the fire alarm. No emergency response from police or fire was necessary.

1:17 p.m., Jenkins Dormitory

A Detective took a report of vandalism on the exterior of the building.

1:44 p.m., Nicholls Biondi

ACPD dispatch received a 911 emergency call from the elevator phone. The caller stated it was accidental and no one was in need of assistance.

>>June 1, 2022

6:15 a.m., Smith House

A Detective responded to an intrusion alarm and found it to be an accidental activation by an employee.

7:50 a.m., College Street

ACPD investigated a loud bang near the station, in the area of College Street. The sound came from a telephone pole just east of the underpass. Electric company was contacted.

8:11 a.m., Pontypool

A Detective responded to an intrusion alarm and found it to be an accidental activation by an employee.

1:43 p.m., The Powerhouse

ACPD and AFD respond to a fire alarm in the basement level of the building. No smoke or fire was observed. AFD then cleared the scene.

1:41 p.m., The Powerhouse

The Amherst Fire Department was involved in a minor motor vehicle accident when responding to the fire alarm.

8:27 p.m., Mead Art Museum

A Detective responded to an intrusion alarm. The cause of activation was unfounded.

>>June 2, 2022

12:45 a.m., Seligman House

A student reported someone was attempting to blackmail them via social media. A Sergeant responded to investigate.

>>June 3, 2022

2:36 p.m., 40 Dickinson Street

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm and found the cause of activation to be from a bird.

6:28 p.m., Converse Lot

ACPD responded to a report of a possible fire. Upon arrival, the officers found it was mulch that was smoldering but there was no fire. The smoke was suppressed without incident.

>>June 4, 2022

2:04 a.m., King Hall

ACEMS and a Community Safety Assistant responded to the report of two intoxicated individuals. The two individuals were gone upon arrival.

10:09 a.m., Greenway C

ACPD responded to a pre-fire alarm and found the cause of activation to be from burnt hair after the resident used an electric hair straightener.

12:40 p.m., 40 Dickinson Street

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm and found the cause of activation to be from a bird.

4:36 p.m., Snell Street, Across from Humphries House

Amherst Police Department responded to a motor vehicle accident which involved a telephone pole on Snell Street.

11:35 p.m., Lipton House

Amherst Police Department responded to a motor vehicle accident which involved a telephone pole on Snell Street.

>>June 5, 2022

1:28 a.m., Merrill Science Loading Dock

ACPD responded to an argument involving a group of males. None of the individuals were found to be associated with the College or with Alumni events. They were then asked to leave the area.

3:12 a.m., King-Wieland Tent

ACPD responded to a noise complaint. Music was shut off and the event came to an end.

12:59 p.m., Smith House

A Sergeant responded to an intrusion alarm. The cause was found to be an accidental activation by an employee.

>>June 7, 2022

6:34 a.m., Wilson Admissions

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm and found the cause to be an accidental activation from an employee.

7:04 a.m., Smith House

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm and found the cause to be an accidental activation from an employee.

2:47 p.m., Alumni Lot

An Alumnus reported to ACPD that an item was stolen from their vehicle over the weekend. A Detective responded to take the report and the incident is under investigation.

>>June 8, 2022

8:28 a.m., 271 South Pleasant

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm and found the cause to be an accidental activation from an employee.

>>June 9, 2022

7:25 p.m., Plimpton House

ACPD and Amherst Fire Department responded to a fire alarm. The cause of activation was unfounded.

11:55 p.m., Seligman House

A Community Safety Assistant responded to a noise complaint. Upon arrival, no loud noises or music could be heard. Source of noise was unfounded.

>>June 10, 2022

3:32 p.m., ACPD

A Sergeant took a report of suspicious comments on the College's Twitter page. After investigating, it was determined there was nothing threatening or concerning about the comments.

4:57 p.m., Emily Dickinson House

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm and found the cause to be from an accidental activation by an employee.

>>June 11, 2022

12:53 a.m., Amherst Police Department

A Community Service Officer assisted Amherst Police Department with translating for a male who was under arrest for an outstanding warrant.

2:00 p.m., Campus Grounds

ACPD responded to a 9-1-1 hang up call and found the call to be accidental by an employee.

6:41 p.m., Leland House

ACPD and Amherst Fire Department responded to a fire alarm. The cause of activation was found to be from cooking smoke.

>>June 12, 2022

5:52 p.m., Pratt Field

ACPD took a report of property damage at Pratt Field after a vehicle struck a light post and left the scene.

>>June 13, 2022

1:57 a.m., Emily Dickinson House

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm and found it to be an accidental activation by an employee.

1:57 a.m., Emily Dickinson House

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm and found it to be an accidental activation by an employee.

9:34 a.m., Rental Housing

ACPD responded to a pre-fire alarm. The cause of activation was found to be from cooking smoke.

1:40 p.m., Hills Lot

An employee requested ACPD to check on a delivery truck driver parked in the lot. ACPD responded and nothing suspicious was observed. No further action was taken.

5:09 p.m., Seeley Mudd

A Detective took a larceny report after two chairs were reported stolen. Incident is under investigation.

6:03 p.m., Seligman House

A Detective followed up on a report of an unknown individual occupying a dorm room. It was later discovered it was a current student. No further assistance was necessary.

>>June 14, 2022

7:13 a.m., Johnson Chapel

ACPD responded to a fire alarm and the cause of activation was unfounded.

4:48 p.m., Woodside Day Care

A staff member reported damage to the lawn and a water pipe. This incident is under investigation.

5:00 p.m., Humphries House

During dorm inspections a staff member found college property that had been stolen. Property was returned to the Grounds Department.

8:50 p.m., College Street

ACPD took a past report regarding a vehicle driving west on College Street shooting water gel beads as they drove by students. No injuries were reported. Incident is under investigation.

>>June 15, 2022

1:10 a.m., Lee Hall

ACPD dispatch received a call from the emergency elevator phone. The caller reported they hit the call button accidentally. No further assistance was needed.

>>June 17, 2022

11:21 a.m., Off Campus

A Professor reported their College laptop was stolen from them at the airport in Paris. Approximately one week later, it was found by airport staff and returned to the Professor.

1:13 p.m., Valentine Dining Hall

A student reported their property being stolen from the coatroom in Valentine Dining Hall. A Detective responded and conducted an investigation. Property was recovered and returned to the owner.

2:04 p.m., Plimpton House

ACPD, Amherst Fire Department responded to a fire alarm. The cause of activation was from a faulty smoke detector. Electrical Shop responded and replaced detector.

2:56 p.m., Pontypool

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm. The cause of activation was unfounded.

10:32 p.m., Nicholls Biondi Hall

A Sergeant responded to a pre-fire alarm. The cause of activation was unfounded.

10:37 p.m., Ford Hall

ACPD responded to a pre-fire alarm. After speaking to the resident, the cause of activation was from a student smoking in the dorm.

>>June 18, 2022

2:42 a.m., Campus Grounds

While on patrol, a Sergeant noticed a golf cart being operated late at night and was found to be stolen. Golf cart was ultimately returned.

>>June 19, 2022

11:59 p.m., Porter House

ACPD responded to a pre-fire alarm and met with the resident of the room. They spoke to the resident and found the cause of activation to be from burning incense.

>>June 20, 2022

3:14 a.m., Chapin Hall

ACPD and Amherst Fire Department responded to a fire alarm. The cause of activation was unfounded.

>>June 21, 2022

3:44 a.m., Converse Hall

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm. The cause of activation was unfounded.

6:53 a.m., Power/Co-Gen Plant

ACPD responded to a fire alarm. The cause of activation was from an employee resetting a breaker. No smoke or fire reported.

8:37 a.m., Lefrak Gym Roof

ACPD responded to the roof alarm and found the cause to be an accidental activation by contractors.

>>June 22, 2022

7:09 a.m., Merrill Science Center

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm and found the cause of activation to be from a bird. Bird was released and no other issues were found.

>>June 23, 2022

7:50 a.m., Johnson Chapel

ACPD responded to a fire alarm. Contractors were working in the area and a heavy amount of dust activated the alarm. No smoke or fire was found.

10:21 a.m., Mead Art Museum

A Detective responded to a report of vandalism. Incident is under investigation.

2:25 p.m., Mead Art Museum

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm at Mead Art. Cause of activation was unfounded.

>>June 24, 2022

12:57 a.m., Johnson Chapel

While on patrol, a Sergeant observed a ground floor window open allowing access into the building. An interior and exterior building checked was conducted. No other issues were found.

11:21 a.m., Jenkins Dormitory

ACPD responded to a pre-fire alarm. The cause of activation was unfounded.

>>June 25, 2022

11:54 a.m., Grosvenor House

ACPD and Amherst Fire Department responded to a fire alarm. The cause of activation was from contractors working in the area.

4:32 p.m., Frost Library

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm. The alarm activated because of power being restored to the area. No other issues found.

9:31 p.m., Merrill Science Center

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm. The cause of activation was unfounded.

>>June 26, 2022

8:25 p.m., Merrill Science Center

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm and found a student who attempted to gain access to the building. Student was identified and spoken to. Building was then secured and rearmed

8:25 p.m., Merrill Science Center

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm and found a student who attempted to gain access to the building. Student was identified and spoken to. Building was then secured and rearmed

>>June 28, 2022

12:21 a.m., Ford Hall

A Community Service Officer responded to a noise complaint. Individuals were gone upon arrival.

9:20 a.m., Appleton Dormitory

ACPD responded and found the activation of the call was found to be caused by a maintence issue.

9:20 a.m., Appleton Dormitory

ACPD responded and found the activation of the call was found to be caused by a maintence issue.

10:48 a.m., Appleton Dormitory

ACPD responded and found the activation of the call was found to be caused by a maintenance issue.

10:05 p.m., Lee Hall

ACPD responded to a pre-fire alarm. The cause of activation was from cooking smoke.

10:05 p.m., Lee Hall

ACPD responded to a pre-fire alarm. The cause of activation was from cooking smoke.

11:25 p.m., Merrill Science Drive

ACPD took a report of property damage after someone struck a lamp post with their vehicle rendering it inoperable. This incident is under investigation.

>>June 29, 2022

10:13 a.m., Humphries House Parking Lot

ACPD responded to identify who owned what appeared to be an abandoned vehicle. Owner was identified and they were asked to register their vehicle with the College.

11:32 a.m., Amherst College Police

A Detective followed up on past incidents of graffiti and tagging.

9:37 p.m., Wilson Admissions

ACPD responded to an intrusion alarm. The cause of activation was unfounded.

>>June 30, 2022

12:57 a.m., Quadrangle Road

ACPD conducted a motor vehicle stop after observing a College vehicle traveling the wrong way in a one-way. Operator was given a verbal warning and sent on their way.

4:17 a.m., Tennis Barn/Caddy Shack

While on patrol, a Sergeant discovered a building that was unsecured in the early morning hours. Building was checked and then secured.

>>July 2, 2022

5:34 a.m., Service Building

A Sergeant observed a person attempting to climb the fire escape to the roof of the building.  They were identified as a summer camp participant and sent on their way.

5:34 a.m., Service Building

A Sergeant observed a person attempting to climb the fire escape to the roof of the building.  They were identified as a summer camp participant and sent on their way.

11:43 p.m., 79 South Pleasant Street

A sergeant checked on a person sleeping on the ground.

>>July 3, 2022

5:49 a.m., Morrow

A pre-alarm of fire was received.  Responding ACPD found no cause and reset the alarm.

>>July 4, 2022

6:40 p.m., Greenway C

A pre-alarm of fire was received.  Responding ACPD found it was caused by cooking smoke.

>>July 5, 2022

5:54 p.m., 79 South Pleasant Street

A Detective responded to an intrusion alarm.

5:54 p.m., 79 South Pleasant Street

A Detective responded to an intrusion alarm.

>>July 6, 2022

1:50 a.m., Converse Bus Stop

A Detective checked the wellbeing of a person sleeping in the bus stop shelter.

10:33 a.m., Lyceum

ACPD responded to a fire alarm at the Lyceum construction site.

>>July 9, 2022

7:05 a.m., Amherst College Police

ACPD took a report of a threatening telephone message.  An investigation is being conducted.

8:58 p.m., Converse Lot

ACPD staff checked on a person sleeping in the middle of the parking lot.

>>July 11, 2022

4:35 p.m., Lee Hall

A pre-fire alarm was received.  Responding ACPD found is was caused by cooking smoke

6:24 p.m., Wilson Admissions

An intrusion alarm was received. Responding ACPD found no cause.

>>July 13, 2022

8:37 p.m., Orr Rink

ACPD and AFD responded to a fire alarm. No cause was found.

>>July 14, 2022

12:04 a.m., Woodside Avenue

ACPD responded with APD to an alarm sounding in a rental housing unit.  The alarm was unfounded.

>>July 15, 2022

3:06 p.m., Lyceum

ACPD responded to a pre-fire alarm at the Lyceum.  No cause was found.

>>July 17, 2022

12:13 p.m., Hills Lot

ACPD responded to a report of a minor Motor Vehicle accident.

12:13 p.m., Hills Lot

ACPD responded to a report of a minor Motor Vehicle accident.

>>July 18, 2022

3:36 a.m., Orr Rink

A fire alarm was received for the Orr Rink.  ACPD ad AFD responded.  The cause was not found.

10:56 p.m., Stearns Hall

ACPD responded to a pre-alarm of fire.  The cause was unknown.

>>July 19, 2022

5:04 p.m., Boltwood Avenue

ACPD stopped a motor vehicle traveling in the wrong direction on a one-way.  The driver was given a verbal warning.

>>July 22, 2022

8:15 a.m., Alumni House

A Sergeant assisted the Easthampton Police with a notification.

3:15 a.m., Valentine Dining Hall

ACPD received an intrusion alarm for the defibrillator case in Valentine Hall.  The responding detective found no issue.

>>July 24, 2022

1:34 a.m., Merrill Science Center

ACPD received an intrusion alarm in Merrill Science. The alarm was caused by a bat.

>>July 26, 2022

2:15 a.m., Tuttle Farm

While on patrol, a Sergeant discovered what appeared to be an unattended vehicle at the farm. The occupants were found and sent on their way.

8:23 a.m., Quadrangle Road

ACPD responded and took a report of a past motor vehicle accident.

3:08 p.m., Campus Grounds

A Detective investigated a report involving identity fraud.

>>July 28, 2022

12:57 a.m., Tuttle Farm

While on patrol, a Sergeant notice a vehicle in an area that is typically unoccupied late at night. The owner of the vehicle was found on the property and they were sent on their way. No other issues were found.

2:56 p.m., King Hall

ACPD and Amherst Fire Department responded to a fire alarm. The cause of activation was from dust being created during construction.

6:14 p.m., Lefrak Gymnasium

A Detective responded to an intrusion alarm and found the cause of activation to be from flags moving in the wind.

>>July 30, 2022

11:05 a.m., Tyler House

While on patrol, ACPD noticed an exterior door was ajar. Building was checked and the door was then secured.

10:44 p.m., Seymour Shed

While on patrol, a Sergeant noticed someone exiting a building that is typically closed late at night. The individual was identified as a staff member and they were sent on their way.

>>August 1, 2022

12:36 p.m., Newport House

ACPD and Amherst Fire Department responded to a fire alarm. Contractors were working in the area and were found to be the cause of the activation.

12:46 p.m., Seligman Parking Lot

ACPD responded to a motor vehicle accident in a residence hall parking lot. The Detective learned the accident occurred on a public way and Amherst Police Department responded to take the report.

8:11 p.m., Pratt Field

While on patrol, a Sergeant observed a gate wide open with an item blocking the sensor, which closes the gate. The item was removed and the gate was then secured.

>>August 2, 2022

6:16 a.m., Chapin Hall

A Detective responded to a report of someone sleeping in a closed academic building. The individual was identified as a student and no further assistance was needed.

11:36 a.m., Off Campus

ACPD took a report of a past motor vehicle accident that occurred off campus with a College owned vehicle.

>>August 5, 2022

3:22 a.m., Fayerweather Hall

ACPD and Amherst Fire Department responded to a fire alarm. The cause of activation was from a faulty smoke detector.

11:31 a.m., Greenway C

ACPD responded to a pre-fire alarm. The cause of activation was from an individual using an electric hair brush.

5:09 p.m., Morris Pratt Hall

ACPD responded to a pre-fire alarm and the cause of activation was unfounded.

5:17 p.m., Walnut Street

ACPD, Amherst Police Department and Amherst Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle accident.

10:03 p.m., Seligman Hall

ACPD responded to a pre-fire alarm. They spoke to the resident of the room and found the cause of activation to be from burnt food.

>>August 8, 2022

5:33 p.m., Off Campus

A Sergeant took a report of an individual making threatening comments online.

>>August 10, 2022

10:43 a.m., The Evergreens

ACPD responded to a complaint of a homeless person in the bushes on the Emily Dickinson property. Contact was made with the individual. No medical attention was needed and they were sent on their way.

>>August 11, 2022

12:45 a.m., Johnson Chapel

While conducting a building check during the early morning hours, Community Service Officers found 4 individuals who were unauthorized to be in the building.

10:33 a.m., Seymour Shed

ACPD took a report of a minor motor vehicle accident.

>>August 12, 2022

2:51 p.m., South Pleasant Street

ACPD took a report of assault after a student was verbally accosted and spat on by a driver. The case will be referred to Amherst Town Police as it occurred in their jurisdiction.

5:29 p.m., Greenway C Hall

ACPD responded to a pre-fire alarm. The cause of activation was found to be from a hair iron.

>>August 13, 2022

1:05 a.m., Humphries House

While on patrol during the early morning hours, a Sergeant noticed a door to a residence hall propped open and a vehicle parked in front of the door. The operator of the vehicle was identified as a student, who was in the process of moving. No further action was necessary.

>>August 14, 2022

1:00 a.m., Orr Rink Lot

ACPD assisted in apprehending an individual on campus after they fled from a motor vehicle accident in Hadley.

11:31 a.m., Tyler Parking Lot

While on patrol, a Sergeant discovered a student sleeping in their vehicle. The matter was referred to the Administrator on Call.

>>August 15, 2022

10:20 a.m., Off Campus

An individual informed ACPD of a phone call they received where the caller pretended to be from Amherst College. The matter was referred to Hadley Police Department because it occurred in their town.

>>August 18, 2022

7:23 a.m., Seymour Shed

ACPD took a report of a damaged loading dock door.

>>August 19, 2022

7:56 a.m., Moore Hall

ACPD took a report of vandalism that occurred in a dorm room

11:36 p.m., Tuttle Farm

A Sergeant and Detective discovered a College sign that had been damaged by multiple shotgun rounds.

>>August 20, 2022

7:19 a.m., Boltwood Avenue

While on patrol, a Sergeant conducted a motor vehicle stop after observing the operator travel the wrong direction on a one-way road. Operator was given a verbal warning.

>>August 23, 2022

11:58 p.m., President’s House

ACPD responded to a fire alarm and found the cause to be a faulty smoke detector. An electrician responded to fix the detector.

>>August 26, 2022

1:01 a.m., Town Common

A Sergeant investigated unusual activity under a large tent in the town common. No further assistance was needed.

11:18 a.m., King-Wieland Lot

A Sergeant took a report of a minor motor vehicle accident.

2:28 p.m., Johnson Chapel Hill Road

A Sergeant took a report of a minor vehicle accident

8:41 p.m., Marsh House

A Community Safety Assistant responded to a report of non-students smoking marijuana outside of the dorm. The individuals were identified as Amherst College students and no odor of marijuana was found.

>>August 27, 2022

6:12 p.m., Town Common

ACPD assisted Amherst Police Department in locating five juveniles that were involved in a fight in the town common. All five were located on campus and identified.

>>August 28, 2022

5:37 p.m., Campus Grounds

A Detective took a report of stalking between two students. This matter is under investigation.

11:13 p.m., Lipton House

ACPD responded to the report of two students trying to tear down a construction sign. Upon arrival, the students ran and could not be located.

>>August 29, 2022

2:16 p.m., ACPD

An individual was trespassed from the residence halls.

>>August 30, 2022

3:10 p.m., Valentine Hall

A student reported parts of their bicycle have been stolen. A Detective responded to conduct an investigation.

5:25 p.m., Greenway Dormitory

A Detective took a report of a minor motor vehicle accident.

10:10 p.m., Jenkins Hall

A Community Safety Assistant responded to a noise complaint and the music was lowered.

11:32 p.m., Mayo-Smith Hall

A Community Safety Assistant responded to a noise complaint and the music was lowered.

>>September 1, 2022

2:49 p.m., Valentine Hall-Bicycle Rack

ACPD took a report after someone noticed tires missing from two bicycles.

4:19 p.m., Frost Library

>>September 2, 2022

2:31 p.m., 40 Dickinson Street

ACPD observed two males walking behind the Ground Department building. The two males were identified as UMass students. One was found to be in possession of alcohol while under the age of 21. The alcohol was disposed of and they were sent on their way.

1:53 p.m., Bird Sanctuary

ACPD received a complaint about a homeless person in the bird sanctuary that became aggravated and shouted profanities when disturbed. A Detective checked the area and the individual had moved on.

>>September 3, 2022

12:16 a.m., Lee Hall

ACPD responded to a pre-fire alarm and discovered alcohol in a student's room. The resident was under 21 years of age and the alcohol was confiscated.

11:52 p.m., Charles Pratt Hall

A CSO delivered Covid tests to a student.

5:25 p.m., Moore Hall

A Sergeant took a report of property damage.

11:23 p.m., Newport House

CSAs responded to a noise complaint and found an unauthorized party. The students dispersed and the part ended.

11:54 p.m., Mayo-Smith Hall

CSAs responded to a noise complaint and found an unauthorized party. The Students dispersed and the party ended.

>>September 4, 2022

12:16 a.m., Campus Grounds

ACPD responded to the report of an older male possibly trying to get into a dorm. The male was located in the bushes outside of a dorm. After being questioned he was told to leave the area.

2:41 a.m., Stearns Hall

A CSA was dispatched to a noise complaint. The students were told to keep the noise level down and they cooperated.

7:20 a.m. Mayo-Smith Hall

ACPD took a report of vandalism that occurred in the common room.

10:35 a.m., Hills Field

ACPD responded to a noise complaint after a town resident complained about the music being played at a sporting event. Music was turned off as the game was about to begin.

11:31 a.m., Ford Hall

A CSA delivered Covid tests to a student.

10:18 p.m., Morris-Pratt Hall

A Community Service Officer and an Administrator on Call (AOC) responded to a noise complaint. The group dispersed when the AOC arrived on scene.

>>September 6, 2022

8:22 a.m., Valentine Loading Dock

A Sergeant responded to take a report of a minor vehicle accident.