The City of San Luis Obispo saw an “unprecedented” increase in crime in 2018, according to San Luis Obispo Police (SLOPD) Chief Deanna Cantrell. The city reported a 14 percent increase in violent crime, with spikes in rape, robbery and burglary from 2017 to 2018. There was a 2 percent increase in crime overall, according […]
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Four students escape from apartment fire despite non-functioning smoke detectors
Four students were able to escape their apartment unit after it caught on fire early Friday, May 10, despite their smoke detectors not alerting them of the fire. The San Luis Obispo Fire Department arrived at the Lee Arms Apartment Complex on California Boulevard after receiving a 911 call at 4:43 a.m. A first-floor bedroom […]
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Cal Poly launches tool to connect sexual assault survivors with local resources and take action
Cal Poly and several community partners unveiled a new resource for sexual assault survivors, assisting them in anonymously gathering information, exploring local services and reporting the crime when they are ready. In Seek Then Speak, Survivors are guided through a series of questions to determine the best options to get assistance. The free program is designed […]
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Bicycle citations around campus are increasing: Here is what you need to know
Cal Poly students have noticed an increase in biking citations for those commuting to campus, sparking interest over whether the University Police Department (UPD) is cracking down on traffic violations this year. The intersection at California St. and Foothill Blvd. has become a recurring spot for traffic violations on bikes, according to reports from multiple […]
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Suspect yet to be named more than a month after student assaulted at Taco Bell
Mechanical engineering senior John Dewing was punched in the face on Jan. 9 at Taco Bell off Santa Rosa Street. A potential suspect has been identified, but the case has not been completed, according to San Luis Obispo Police Department (SLO PD) Administrative Lieutenant John Bledsoe. “There’s not much I can tell you because it’s […]
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Oakland couple arrested for theft of laptops, electronics and one puppy in string of robberies near Cal Poly
The two burglary suspects were taken into SLOPD custody May 21.
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California Cybersecurity Institute combats sex trafficking with immersive training
San Luis Obispo has become a pathway for sex trafficking as a halfway point between San Francisco and Los Angeles.
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Lambda Chi Alpha hires guard after vandalism Monday night
Four hooded figures were caught on camera throwing balloons filled with water and black paint at the fraternity Monday night.
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Downtown bars opening at 6 a.m. St. Patrick’s Day; SLOPD amping up fines and DUI patrols
Most Downtown bars will not enforce cover charges, beside SLO Brew, which will charge $5 at the door.
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San Luis Obispo reports lowest number of noise complaints in recorded history
In 2017, SLOPD allowed parties to be registered with the city in advance, resulting in no party citations that year.
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SLOPD denies online claims of a ‘candy man’ robber
Although students reported multiple encounters with the “candyman,” SLOPD denied any connection to criminal activity.