Reporting crimes and other emergencies

Reporting crimes and other emergencies

General reporting guidelines

All community members, including students, faculty, staff, and guests, are encouraged to accurately and promptly report all criminal or suspicious actions and any potential emergencies to the Indiana University Police Department (IUPD) or appropriate law enforcement agency, including when the victim of a crime elects to, or is unable to, make such a report.  

Situations occurring on campus should be reported to IUPD. For emergencies, dial 911; if you are using a cell phone immediately state your location. A report can also be made to a police officer, security officer, or police recruit in person.

DIAL 911

to report ANY EMERGENCY.

 

For crimes or emergencies occurring off campus,

reports should be made to local law enforcement by either dialing 911 or visiting in person. 

Campus Security Authorities can also make a report

through the online form. 

All Clery Act crimes,

as described under the Definitions of Crimes & Geography section of this report, should be reported to IUPD for inclusion in the annual statistical disclosure of crimes, and for assessment for campus-wide notifications.

RAVE Guardian App

Students, faculty, and staff at Indiana University can use the Guardian safety app to access personal safety resources and to more easily reach IUPD. The free app is available at the Apple Store and Google Play. The Rave Guardian App has some notable features:

  • An inbox for IU Notify emergency alerts
  • Quick access to 911 dispatchers and campus police
  • A safe walk timer to let family and friends know if the user is not home when expected
  • Ability to send tips, anonymously if preferred, to police
  • Contact information for key campus safety and wellness services

 

Indiana Lifeline Law

The Indiana Lifeline Law provides immunity for some alcohol-related offenses, subject to certain conditions, to individuals who request medical assistance for someone in need and suffering from an alcohol-related health emergency. The Lifeline Law makes it clear that the priority is to get professional medical care to those in need, no matter the circumstances. In order to receive immunity, a person acting in good faith should: provide their name and any other relevant information requested by law enforcement, remain on scene until emergency services arrive, and cooperate with authorities on scene. You may be able to provide valuable information that saves a life.

Emergency blue light phones

Emergency blue light phones are located on each of the Indiana University campuses. Once activated, a large blue strobe light flashes at the top of the phone tower, and the IUPD dispatcher is immediately notified. If you need assistance, see something that is suspicious, or see someone else who needs assistance, you should activate a blue light phone and speak directly with the IUPD dispatcher. 

A square collage of nine different blue light emergency phones.