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Police log: Grounds employee damages car while weed-eating

April 23, 2026 by Ashley Henderson

4/16/2026 1145 hrs. Accident, Smith Adams Hall Lot A student backed into another student’s vehicle in the Smith Adams Parking Lot. ACUPD responded and took a private party accident report.  4/16/2026 0915 hrs.  Fraud, ACU Main Campus A suspect passed a fraudulent check with an ACU account number to another individual. The investigation ... [Read More…]

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Police log: Suspects issued citations for bike theft

April 16, 2026 by Ashley Henderson

4/14/2026 1450 hrs. Theft, Smith Adams Hall ACUPD responded to reports of 2 suspects stealing bicycles from Smith Adams Hall. The suspects were located a short time later in possession of the stolen bicycles. The bicycles were recovered and the suspects issued citations for theft and were trespassed from ACU properties. 4/13/2026 1130 hrs.  ... [Read More…]

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Police log: ACUPD responds to traffic accident involving golf cart, SUV

April 10, 2026 by Ashley Henderson

4/6/2026 2230 hrs. Medical, Smith Adams Hall ACUPD responded to a medical call along with AFD and EMS. The subject was transported to the hospital.   4/6/2026 1630 hrs.  Traffic Accident, Campus Court ACUPD responded to a traffic accident involving a golf cart and SUV at the intersection of Campus Court and EN 18th ST. Only minor ... [Read More…]

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Police log: Staff member reports identity theft involving student loan

April 3, 2026 by Ashley Henderson

3/29/2026 0400 hrs. Alcohol Incident, Bullock Hall ACUPD responded to reports of an intoxicated student in Bullock Hall. The student was found to be under the influence of alcohol and underage. The student was released to ACU staff and referred to the Dean of Students for the alcohol violation.  3/26/2026 1100 hrs.  Fraudulent Use of ... [Read More…]

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Police log: Owner leaves dog unattended in locked vehicle at Nelson Hall

March 27, 2026 by Ashley Henderson

3/24/2026 0945 hrs. Accident, Sewell Lot ACUPD responded to and investigated an accident that occurred in the Sewell Lot. Both drivers were present and no injuries reported. 3/23/2026 1600 hrs.  Animal Call, Nelson Hall Lot ACUPD responded to a dog locked in a vehicle parked near Nelson Hall. The owner was located and issued a citation ... [Read More…]

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Police log: Student falls in Campus Center Lot, transported to hospital

March 20, 2026 by Ashley Henderson

3/16/2026 1930 hrs. Harassment, Adjunct Area A student reported an unknown person sending her harassing texts. Advice was given on how to block the number and the investigation is ongoing.  3/12/2026 0200 hrs. Medical, Campus Center Lot   An ACU student fell in the Campus Center Lot and was injured. The student was transported via ... [Read More…]

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Police log: Person found camping in Bible building stairwell, issued criminal trespass

March 5, 2026 by Ashley Henderson

3/1/2026 1600 hrs. Theft, Edwards Hall Lot A student reported that a fishing pole was stolen from the bed of his truck while parked in the Edwards Hall Lot. CCTV is being reviewed, and the case is ongoing. 2/25/2026 1600 hrs.  Theft, Zelner Hall An ACU staff member reported their scooter was stolen from Zelner Hall. The investigation is ... [Read More…]

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Police log: Alcohol seized in Dillard, students referred to Dean

February 26, 2026 by Ashley Henderson

2/22/2026 1730 hrs. Alcohol Incident, Dillard Hall   ACUPD responded to reports of an alcohol violation in Dillard Hall. Several students were found to be under the influence of alcohol. The alcohol was seized, and the students were referred to the Dean of Students for the alcohol violations.   2/22/2026 2100 hrs.  Criminal Trespass Warning, ... [Read More…]

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Police Log: Person issued criminal trespass for Allen Ridge area

February 20, 2026 by Ashley Henderson

2/16/2026 2100 hrs.  Harassment, University Park Aparments An ACU student reported harassment from another student, a report was taken, and warnings were issued.  2/11/2026 0830 hrs. Criminal Trespass Warning, Allen Ridge   ACUPD responded to a disruptive person in the businesses at Allen Ridge. The person was issued a criminal trespass ... [Read More…]

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Police Log: ACUPD investigates students who allegedly stole from vending machine

February 12, 2026 by Ashley Henderson

2/7/2026 2100 hrs. Fire, 2100 Campus Court ACUPD responded to reports of a fire in the 2100 block of Campus Court. An unattended grill was located with large flames coming from it. The fire was extinguished and the property owner contacted.  2/4/2026 2100 hrs.  Burglary of Coin-Operated Machine, Edwards Hall ACUPD officers found a ... [Read More…]

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