Motor Vehicle Theft has occurred at University Park

Timely Warning
Possible Threat to the Community
“Your Right to Know”
May 07, 2024

Reported Date/Time:
5/7/2024 at 9 :42 AM
Incident Number:
24UP01780
Occurred Date/Time start:
5/3/2024 at 12:00 AM
Occurred Date/Time end:
5/4/2024 at 11:00 PM
Type of Report:
Motor Vehicle Theft
Reported Offense Narrative:
University Police are investigating a report of a theft of an electric motorized scooter from a bike rack located near the East Area locker room. The victim reports their Segway nine-bot F30 kick scooter was taken during the incident timeframe and had been left unlocked at the bike rack. The suspect(s) have not been identified, and the investigation is ongoing. Additionally, University Police have had similar reports of motor vehicle thefts relating to scooters in the similar/surrounding location.
Location Description:
This incident reported occurred near the East Area locker room, 626 Hastings Road, University Park.
Campus Location:
University Park
Additional Information:
Penn State University Police and Public Safety reminds the community to: • Not leave personal items unattended for any period of time. • Use a high-quality lock to secure e-scooters/bikes to fixed objects. • Report items stolen immediately to University Police. If you see someone getting victimized, contact University Police at (814) 863-1111, call 911, or contact UPPS directly by using an emergency phone on campus.

Personal Safety Tips
  • Report all suspicious persons, vehicles, and activities to your University Police department immediately.


    It can be assumed that conditions continue to exist that may pose a threat to members and guests of the University community. It is the duty of the administration to warn of possible 'dangerous conditions' on or near the campus, and at affiliate organizations off campus; an 'affirmative duty' exists to warn persons associated with the University of possible peril at the hands of some third party or parties.


    Penn State University Police at (814) 863-1111 26 Eisenhower Parking Deck, University Park, PA 16802