See Something, Say Something.
If you or someone you know have witnessed or been a victim of a crime, report it to the police immediately.
Ways to Report
- Call CWRU Police at 216.368.3333
- Talk to an officer in person CWRU Public Safety Headquarters at 1689 E.115 St. Cleveland, Ohio
- Push the blue light emergency phone button or call box
- Use Spartan Safe app to chat/text or report a tip
- Email publicsafety@case.edu (this email box is not monitored 24/7. We will respond within 3 business days.)
- Contact a Campus Security Authority (CSA) or complete this form
Campus Reporting
It is strongly encouraged to report a crime to the police. Crimes reporting on campus should be reported to the Case Western Reserve University Division of Public Safety.
- Emergency: 216.368.3333
- Non-Emergency: 216.368.3300
In an Emergency
- Tell the communications officer that you are calling about a violent or threatening situation.
- Do not attempt to intervene or act alone.
- Identify yourself and your location, and answer the communication officer’s questions, such as the identity of the individual(s) involved and his/her physical descriptions.
- Ask the communications officer exactly what you should do to ensure your safety and that of those around you.
In a Serious but Non-emergency Situation
Seek advice and assistance from resources on campus.
- Report the concern to any person at Case Western Reserve in a leadership role (e.g. your resident assistant, University Counseling Services, faculty or staff, police or security)
- Send an anonymous tip through the Spartan Safe app.
- Submit them to a Campus Concerns Committee or report them to the appropriate divisional leader or university authority.
- When in doubt, contact the CWRU communications center's non-emergency number at 216.368.3300, and the communications officers will guide you through the situation.
Threat Assessment and Behavioral Intervention Team (TABIT)
TABIT is a multidisciplinary group that helps identify, assess, and respond to concerning behavior that may affect the safety and well-being of the campus community. Using a proactive, collaborative, and fact-based approach, the team evaluates reports of behavior that raises concern, coordinates appropriate interventions, connects individuals with support resources, and develops strategies to reduce risk. The team's goal is to prevent harm, promote well-being, and foster a safe learning and working environment for all members of the university community.
To report a concerning threat or behavior, call CWRU Public Safety Dispatch at 216.368.3333.