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.
MSU Timely Warning: Sexual Assault Timely Warning for an Sexual Assault occurring in the City of East Lansing reported by East Lansing Police Date Reported: 07-19-2019 Date Occurred: 07-19-2019 Location: East Lansing (Downtown Area) Synopsis: Sexual Assault in East Lansing A female victim was sexually assaulted in the parking lot of Tabooli on Grand River Ave. near Harrison Rd. No injuries occurred, suspect last seen on a bicycle going west on Grand River Ave. from the scene. Suspect Information: Black Male, early 20’s, dark t-shirt Vehicle Information: Dark bicycle
Read More about Alert issued at 07/19/2019 03:31:15 PM EDT.An 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