We serve as the Police Department for Michigan State University, with sworn police officers certified by the State of Michigan. We handle all police and criminal matters on all MSU property. It is our mission to enhance the quality of life on campus, by building relationships, strengthening stewardship, and working collaboratively within our diverse community to reduce crime, enforce laws, preserve peace, and provide for a safe environment.
The Michigan State University Police Department is announcing the arrest of Michael Phinn, 32 of Fowlerville, for 1 count Criminal Sexual Conduct 1st degree, 3 counts Criminal Sexual Conduct 2nd degree, 2 counts Gross indecency and 4 counts aggravated indecent exposure. Anyone who may be a victim or who has information regarding this case is asked to contact the Michigan State University Police Department’s toll-free tip line at: 844-99-MSUPD.
Read More about Release of Information on the Arrest of Michael PhinnAn active violence incident is an ongoing assault with a weapon causing death or serious injury of multiple victims in a populated area. These incidents can strike anytime, anywhere, or anyone. Take the time to be prepared.
Active Violence Incident Safety Planning Tools
The Clery Act requires all colleges and universities that participate in federal financial aid programs to keep and disclose information about crime on and near their respective campuses. MSU Police maintains a public log of all crimes reported to it, or of which it is made aware.
Clery Crime & Fire Log
MSU, in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy & Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Higher Education Opportunity Act, has published this document to provide its students and employees with an overview of the University’s security and safety resources, policies, and procedures.
Security & Fire Safety Report
Starting last year on August 30, 2017, moped operators were required to register their mopeds with the MSU Police Department Parking Office. Starting this August in 2018, mopeds will be required to park in approved spaces and not at bike racks.
Moped Information