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The news site of Robert Morris University

RMU Sentry Media

The news site of Robert Morris University

RMU Sentry Media

Unauthorized Solicitor Removed from Campus

Unauthorized Solicitor Removed from Campus

Cole Brennan
February 8, 2023

On Tuesday, an unauthorized solicitor was removed from campus. The individual was outside of Nicholson Center with a political organization when university police responded. Any person who wants to solicit information on campus must get approval from the Dean of Students....

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Police Blotter: 1/16/2023-1/23/2023

Evelyn Luthringer
February 3, 2023

1/16/2023: Departmental Information: A student reported their email account was possibly compromised and they are being harassed on social media. RMU Detectives are investigating this incident. This case is closed. 1/18/2023: Medical Emergency: Allegheny County 911 reported...

The Robert Morris University community gathered to remember and honor Antwon Rose Jr., who was shot and killed by Pittsburgh Police Officer Michael Rosdeld in June 2018. Photo Date: March 29, 2019. Photo Credit: (RMU Sentry Media/Soundharjya Babu)

What Should the Memphis Police Department Have Done With the Video of Tyre Nichols?

Terryaun Bell
February 1, 2023

Tyre Nichols, a 29-year-old black man, was assaulted by five police officers. On Friday, the City of Memphis Police Department released the video. "The videos were released so the world could witness the family's pain," according to an article from NBC news. It was also released...

New Body Cam Footage Displays Problems with the Policing Institution

New Body Cam Footage Displays Problems with the Policing Institution

Hannah Shiflett
January 28, 2023
Memphis Police Department strategically releases footage on the death of Tyre Nichols in an effort to deter protests.
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Police Blotter: 11/08/22-11/14/22

Evelyn Luthringer, Chief Videographer
November 18, 2022

11/08/22: Departmental Information: A juvenile reported their Apple AirPods were missing from the Garden Rink at the RMU Island Sports Center. A Public Safety Officer reviewed the cameras but was unable to locate the AirPods. The case is closed. 11/09/22: Found Property: RMU...

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Parking Restrictions

Ellie Whittington, Assistant News Editor
November 14, 2022

Jeff James, the chief of police, has announced new parking restrictions for this week. There will be two times this week that staff and students need to be aware of parking restrictions. The first will be on Tuesday. The UPMC Events Center will host the Trey Anastasio Band...

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Police Blotter (10/25/22 – 10/31/22)

Terryaun Bell, Head News Editor
November 4, 2022

10/25/2022: Malfunctioning Elevator: Students reported being stuck in the elevator in Lexington Hall. Officers responded and found the elevator empty. RMU Maintenance arrived and observed the elevator working properly. 10/25/2022: Theft of Property: A student reported their...

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RMU Students warned about vehicle safety

Ellie Whittington, Assistant News Editor
November 3, 2022

An email has been sent to Robert Morris University (RMU) students about vehicle safety. Jeff James, the chief of police, warned those on campus to be on the lookout for suspicious activity in parking lots. Catalytic converters are part of every vehicle's makeup. They are part...

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Police Blotter: 10/18/22-10/24/22

Evelyn Luthringer, Chief Videographer
October 28, 2022

10/18/22: Disturbance/Loud Music or People: RMU Police received a noise complaint for Washington Hall. Officers responded and did not hear any excessive noise that would annoy the other residents. Officers informed the students of the quiet hours. The case is closed. 10/18/22:...

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Police Blotter: 10/4/22-10/10/22

Evelyn Luthringer, Chief Videographer
October 14, 2022

10/04/22: Departmental Information: RMU Police ran a criminal history on a newly hired police officer. The case is closed.   10/04/22: Fire Alarm-Smoke Detector Activated: Guardian Protection reported a fire alarm activation in Concord Hall. Officers responded and...