CRIME BULLETIN: Felony Vandalism to soccer field (Case 23-248)

Thursday, October 26, 2023, 11:00am

TO: Campus community
FR: Nader Oweis, Chief of Police

REPORTED CRIME: The Sonoma State University Police Department is seeking community assistance in identifying the suspect(s) involved in causing up to $5,000 in damage to the soccer field. The damage, which was caused early this morning, may render the field unusable for the remainder of the season. 

If you know something: Anyone with information that might assist with the investigation is urged to call Sonoma State University Police at (707) 664-4444.

We remind the campus community of the following safety tips:

  • Immediately and promptly report any suspected crime, suspicious persons, or activities on campus to University Police by calling 911 or the non-emergency line at 707-664-4444 or by utilizing one of the many Blue Light Phones on campus.
  • Call Sonoma State University Police for an on-campus safety escort.
  • If you believe that you or someone else is in an unsafe situation, please do not delay calling 911 or seeking assistance from others.
  • Be alert to your surroundings. Your actions as an active bystander can help prevent crimes from occurring within our campus community. 

Support Resources: Anyone impacted by this incident is encouraged to utilize campus resources:

Our Employee Assistance Program, LifeMatters by Empathia (password is: sonoma), is available as a support resource for staff and faculty at (800) 367-7474.