POLICE BEAT 9-4-15

Aug. 27

1:20 p.m. A person reported a skateboard policy violation at the Bennie Purcell Tennis Courts. The people were advised of Murray States skateboard policy.

10:36 p.m. A caller reported a theft at Franklin Residential College for over $500. Murray State police officers were notified and a theft report was taken.

Aug. 28

12:35 a.m. A medical emergency was reported at Springer Residential College. Murray State police officers were notified and the person was transported to Calloway County Hospital.

3:26 p.m. A caller reported a motor vehicle accident with no injuries at Roy Stewart Stadium. Officers were notified and a report was taken.

Aug. 29

3:20 p.m. A caller complained about loose animals at West Farm. Murray State police officers and the building coordinator were notified.

10:42 p.m. Murray State police officers issued a citation for failure to wear a seatbelt. A verbal warning was given for speeding.

Aug. 30

9:06 p.m. A caller reported a fight in the Curris Center parking lot. A report was taken for harassment with physical contact.

11:09 p.m. A caller reported the smell of burning plastic at Hart Residential College. Murray State police, Central Heating and Cooling Plant and the Murray Fire Department were notified. The source of the smell was from a malfunctioning dryer.

Aug. 31

10:21 p.m. An animal complaint was reported via the LiveSafe app. Murray State police officers were notified.

11:07 Murray State police officers conducted a traffic stop at Racer Arena for failure to stop at a stop sign. A written warning was issued.

Sept. 1

8:11 a.m. A caller reported a sparking outlet at Elizabeth Residential College. Murray State police officers and facilities management were notified. No threat of a fire was found.

9:25 a.m. A non-injury vehicle collision was reported at Jesse D. Jones Chemistry Building. Murray State police officers were notified and a collision report was taken.

Sept. 2

2:04 p.m. Murray State police officers conducted a traffic stop on 16th St. for failing to stop at a stop sign. A citation was given.

11:29 p.m. A person reported a suspicious bag under a vehicle outside of Springer Residential College. Murray State police officers were notified. Nothing suspicious was found.

Call of Fame

Aug. 27, 4:11 p.m. A caller reported the smell of marijuana at Franklin Residential College. Murray State police officers were notified and a citation was issued.

Motorists assists – 6

Racer escorts – 3

Arrests – 0

Jessica Bostick, Assistant News Editor, compiles Police Beat with material provided by Public Safety and Emergency Management.

Not all dispatched calls are listed.

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