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Safety is our #1 priority. This account not monitored 24 hrs/day. Assistance: 614-292-2121; Emergencies: 9-1-1. Instagram @OSUPolice

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The @OSUPolice confirm Officer Alan Horujko shot and killed the suspect, Abdul Razak Ali Artan, Monday morning.
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UPDATE 1/2 : Shelter in Place lifted. Scene is now secure. ALL classes are canceled on Columbus campus for the remainder of the day.
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Buckeye Alert: Active Shooter on campus. Run Hide Fight. Watts Hall. 19th and College.
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Congratulations to this gentleman who is retiring after 40 years of working the Ohio Stadium parking lot on game days. Go Bucks! @CampusParc @OhioStAthletics
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Thanks to our public safety partners 4 their assistance in arrest re Reagan D. Tokes murder.
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Thank you to our @OSUPOLICE and @ColumbusPolice officers patrolling in the University District last night along with the support from our non-sworn security. High visibility patrols will be back tonight along with lighting and cameras. #StaySafeBuckeyes
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As Spartans return back to campus today, we are with you @michiganstateu . #SpartanStrong ❤️
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K9 Rita arrives at the stadium early each Saturday to ensure safety. @OhioState #GoBucks #OhioState
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Buckeye Alert! Active attacker reported on the OSU Columbus campus. Secure in place: Run, Hide, or, as a last resort, Fight! Police responding. More info soon
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8 years
UPDATE 2/2: Area around 19th & College Ave. is closed. List of buildings closed and additional information at
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4 years
I have reached out to @TheLantern today to express our agency’s support for journalists’ first amendment rights. – @OSUPOLICE Chief Spears-McNatt
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Our reporters were sprayed by police after identifying themselves as "news media" repeatedly. News media are exempt from the curfew. #columbusprotest
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Best Fans in the Land! Photo courtesy of Dan Mackey, OSU DPS.
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Congratulations to Kimberly Spears-McNatt – the 11th chief, and first female chief, in @OSUPOLICE history! She is joined on campus by new Deputy Chief Tracy Hahn who recently retired as the first female police chief in Upper Arlington history. READ MORE:
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Arrive early, cheer loud and be the Best Fans in the Land! Go Bucks! @Brutus_Buckeye @OhioStAthletics @ColumbusPolice
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Thx 2 Coach Meyer 4 speaking 2 OSU DPS 1st responders & thanking us 4 serving the campus community.
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Over 15,500 signed up 4 The OSU 4-Miler Run/Walk. Benefiting Charity: Urban & Shelly Meyer Fund 4 Cancer Research! Go Bucks!
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Sparks are flying in your “Wildest Dreams” tonight at Ohio Stadium #repTourColumbus
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Put me in coach! K9 Rita got some on ice practice ahead of the @OhioState_MHKY puck drop 7pm Saturday @TheSchott after the @ResponderHockey game!
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We recently added two new K9s to our team, K9 Leo and K9 Lazar. They play a major role on keeping large-scale events safe @OhioState @OhioStAthletics #K9 #OhioState
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Congratulations to @OSUPOLICE Officer Alan Horujko for receiving the National Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor! More:
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Buckeye Alert: Continue to shelter in place. Wait for Police officers directions. Please contact Police / 9-1-1 only if you have information
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Thanks to our entire public safety team for keeping fans safe after @OhioStateFB 's big win on Sat. Thanks fans for cooperation. #GoBucks
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Buckeye Alert: Continue to shelter in place. Avoid area of College. More information to follow.
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After 27 ½ years serving the @OSUPOLICE , Captain David Rose is retiring today. Thank you for keeping campus safe for nearly 3 decades!
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We appreciate everyone’s support of @OSUPolice . Please assist us by supporting the healing of our students, faculty & staff. #BuckeyeStrong
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3 years
Thanks to our non-sworn security that were out early and continue to help add extra patrols this evening off-campus along with @ColumbusPolice #StaySafeBuckeyes
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Extra lights are in place in the immediate off-campus area complementing existing blue light phones and cameras. Thanks FOD for installation assistance.
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Celebrating a milestone!  After 30 years of service, Officer Tim Cooper is retiring. His K-9 Izzy is too, after 5 years. Congratulations and thank you both for your service!
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10 years
No one on campus is more excited about the snow than Rita. http://t.co/yYA0046iom
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Buckeye Alert: Continue to shelter in place in north campus area. Follow directions of Police on scene.
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Great win by the Bucks! Be patience driving home. 2x O.T. Everyone just leaving stadium. Follow directions of traffic officers.
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We have received support from all over the country including day care kids from Grandview, OH! OSUPD here to protect & serve!
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Starting off this spring game morning with our unified command staff briefing. We’re looking forward to a fun and safe day of @OhioStateFB ! Go Bucks!
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We enjoyed partnering with @OhioStateFB and the @Driven_ Foundation with @Roy_Hall last week to host the First Annual Thanksgiving Brunch for more than 70 inner-city elementary students. View the video:
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Buckeye Alert update 3 - ALL CLEAR - Police advise that the suspects fled away from campus & are no longer in the area. Remain vigilant.
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Today is #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay . Thank you to all of our @OSUPOLICE for keeping our campus community safe! #OhioState 🚓
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11 years
Overheard on campus: Whats more fun than a night jumping in Mirror Lake? Two nights of jumping in Mirror Lake.
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OSUPD Officer Michael Blankenship made the ultimate sacrifice on this day while responding to a call for service at the Wexner Center for the Arts. Officer Blankenship is remembered every day and we thank him for his service to the campus community.
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UPDATE: All classes on the Columbus campus will resume normal schedule as of Tuesday, November 29th.
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OSUPD prays for the fallen Westerville PD Officers and their families.
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Thanks to everyone who participated in The OSU 4-Miler that benefits the Urban & Shelley Meyer Fund for Cancer Research.
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We are appalled by what we witnessed this week in Minneapolis. What happened to George Floyd is wrong and unacceptable, and we grieve with his family and the community. Read Full Message From @OSUPOLICE :
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6 years
Congratulations! Newly appointed police Chief Kimberly Spears-McNatt and Deputy Chief Tracy Hahn recognized at a public ceremony and reception.
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OSUPD Officer Michael Blankenship made the ultimate sacrifice on this day while responding to a call for service at the Wexner Center for the Arts. Officer Blankenship is remembered every day and we thank him for his service to the campus community.
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OSUPD Officer Cunningham at Urban Meyer’s side as the #Buckeyes lead USC 24-7 at half. #GoBucks
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2018 OSU Spring Commencement. 59K in the Shoe! Congrats Buckeyes!
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Welcome to Beyoncé & Jay Z Ohio Stadium "Takeover" #OTRII
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UPDATE: Police continue to process scene. Avoid area between College & Neil, Glenn & Woodruff. Lane Ave.Garage and SAS building remain close
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OSUPD receives United States Secret Service Certificate of Appreciation.
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OSUPD Officers Schneider and Cunningham are down in Dallas with @OhioStateFB for the @CottonBowlGame . They found @spinnershells too! #GoBucks
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OSUPD K9 Rita taking a little break from helping with safety for Red, White & Boom!
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Happy #NationalPuppyDay to all of the K9s out there, but especially K9 Rita!
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OSU Marching Band & Alumni Band Half Time Show. Pics by Rob Medaugh, OSU DPS.
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We have promoted Officer Joanna Shaul from officer to lieutenant. Congratulations to Lieutenant Shaul!
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OSUPD mourns retired K9 Daran who passed away last week. Daran served @OhioState from 2007-2015 as a dual-purpose explosive trained canine. After retiring, he lived happily surrounded with love. He will be missed by his handler and family.
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Buckeye Alert! One person reported shot at McDonalds on High Street. Remain inside. Suspect fled in an unknown direction.
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Look who our public safety team saw sitting atop Morrill Tower this week... 🦅 Follow us on Instagram ( @OSUPolice ) to see it take flight.
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What rivalry? — @umichdpss and @OSUPOLICE working together to keep Ohio Stadium safe! Just kidding. Go Bucks!!! @OhioStAthletics
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Hey @FCSOTherapyK9 - Come back anytime! 🐶🚔 Today the team stopped by for some spring break snuggles with our officers and staff!
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Congratulations to our three newest officers for graduating the training academy today!
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26 years ago, OSUPD Officer Michael Blankenship made the ultimate sacrifice on this day while responding to a call for service at the Wexner Center for the Arts. Officer Blankenship is remembered every day and we thank him for his service to the campus community.
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Congratulations @BuckeyeThon
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Happy Easter to all from K9 Rita.
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Dog and pony show? More like K9 Rita and Red working to ensure safety on Senior day at Ohio Stadium. #GoBucks
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2018 OSU OUAB SPRING CONCERT.
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Honored to have our Officer Alan Horujko drop the puck at the @ResponderHockey event at @TheSchott as @ColumbusPolice faces off against @ColsFire
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OSUPD team members who assisted the City of Cleveland with the RNC have returned. We appreciate you volunteering and keeping everyone safe.
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The bells are calm on a quiet night at @OhioState
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K9 Rita hopes you're having a great start to your week!
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Remembering a fallen hero. Today, we pay tribute to @OSUPOLICE Officer Michael Blankenship. He was killed in the line of duty in 1997. We thank him for his commitment and service.
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Rita and Adler from CMH Airport PD during morning sweeps. #GoBucks
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High praise for frontline staff. The Schottenstein Center marquee displaying this powerful message to doctors, nurses, healthcare workers, first responders and grocery workers. #InThisTogetherOhio #BuckeyeSpirit
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Earlier today, OSUPD was aware of individuals lawfully engaged in an open carry demonstration on campus. Police monitored and the individuals are no longer in the area.
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7 years
Thanks to CPD for arresting Ethan Wilkins (non-student) on an OSUPD warrant for a burglary that occurred in Smith-Steeb Hall.
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We recognize the great performance of DPS Communication Center Alarm and Video Monitors (AVMs) Ahmed Awale and Mohamed Hirsi. While watching surveillance cameras, they saw people getting ready to steal bikes on campus. Night watch officers made arrests before the crimes occurred.
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OSUPD K9 Rita helped out @ the Arnold Sports Festival.
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Don’t tell the Chief, but K9 Lazar has declared himself King and is pretty comfy atop his Iron Throne. @TheSchott
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Proud to see our three new recruits receive their badges as part of the 127th recruit class of the @ColumbusPolice Training Academy.
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K9 Rita tired out after working hard all day at the football game http://t.co/mOdpsOM81o
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109,088 in the Shoe! Go Bucks!
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Congratulations to Lieutenant Allen and Officer Shankle, who were recognized as Supervisor and Officer of the year at the game. Thank you for your hard work to keep our campus community safe!
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ESPN COLLEGE GAMEDAY AT OSU OVAL! GO BUCKS!
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5 years
Children and goslings under the age of 6 are admitted for free. Parents, take a photo of your children in their Game Day attire!
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OSUPD Officers Cunningham and Schneider are working as part of the security detail for @OhioStateFB at the @CottonBowlGame at @ATTStadium . #GoBucks @OhioState
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Officers took action deemed necessary to protect the safety of all. He was not arrested: taken to hospital for well-being check. (2/2)
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4 years
Update - OSU Police has 1 person in custody from the earlier incident. Thank you to those that called in tips and information! #SeeSomethingSaySomething
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3 years
OSUPD and CPD have arrested a man after an incident that took place around 3 a.m. near Woodruff Ave. and College Rd. MORE:
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Welcome back to Ohio Stadium, @TBDBITL Alumni! #GoBucks
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7 years
OSUPD Officer Alan Horujko receives the OTOA Steven Michael Smith Valor Award.
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OSUPD Officer Alan Horujko was 1 of 2 finalist considered for the NRA 2017 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award. He received a recognition certificate for his valorous actions in 2016.
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2018 OSU BUCKEYETHON!! 4 THE KIDS!!
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We are proud to say the officer in this video is @OSUPOLICE John Quinlan, one of our daywatch officers. #OhioState
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It's official! Congrats to our Chief Stone, who received his chief's badge today from his son. #OSUnews @OhioState
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OSU Columbus will CLOSE Tues at 11 pm thru Thurs at 7 am. Wednesday classes/activities are CANCELED. Essential staff should report to work
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Columbus City Council issued Resolution of Appreciation recognizing partnership between OSUPD & CPD 4 keeping campus community safe.
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Congrats to all of the Buckeyes who graduated yesterday.
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9 years
Alleged rumor regarding arrest of man with guns on Oval is false. For official information go to the website:
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