Security Notebook
Thursday, June 17, 2021
3:58 p.m. A Campus Safety officer responded to a report of smoldering mulch at the Woodland Street entrance to the Science Center. The officer, along with a maintenance technician, poured buckets of water on the mulch. A work order was filed for the Grounds department to check the area.
Friday, June 18, 2021
9:06 a.m. Officers and Oberlin Fire Department members responded to a water flow alarm at the Pottery Co-op. It was determined the loss of pressure was caused by contractors working on the piping system. The alarm was reset.
10:45 a.m. A construction manager reported a bag of illegal substances found near Finney Chapel. The bag contained a blue glass pipe with suspected marijuana residue, two herb grinders containing suspected marijuana, two parts of a vape pen used for smoking dry herb, six empty bags and jars with a fresh marijuana scent, two bags with suspected marijuana buds inside and one metal tin with suspected marijuana residue. All items were turned over to the Oberlin Police Department.
Sunday, June 20, 2021
2:12 p.m. Campus experienced numerous power glitches. Facilities staff responded and learned that the problem was with a city substation and they were working on repairs.
6:57 p.m. Officers responded to the report of graffiti and vandalism on concrete behind the Conservatory. The graffiti was etched out, and a work order was filed.
Monday, June 21, 2021
12:28 p.m. Officers and Oberlin Fire Department members responded to a fire alarm at the Apollo Theatre. The cause of the alarm was found to be steam from a popcorn machine, which activated a heat detector. The alarm was reset.