Who We Are
The Bradley University Police Department’s (BUPD) mission is to maintain a safe environment for learning, living, and working at Bradley. We are staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, by highly trained professionals who serve the campus and surrounding areas where students and employees reside and socialize.
Reporting a Crime/Emergency
Bradley University strongly encourages all crimes be reported to ensure that the institution can assess any and all security concerns and inform the community if there is a significant threat to the Bradley University community and to capture the crime for inclusion in the annual crime statistics. Bradley University encourages accurate and prompt reporting of all crimes to the Bradley University Police Department when the victim of the crime elects to do so, and encourages the community to report when the victim is unable to do so. All relevant BUPD incident reports are reviewed by the Office of Residential Living & Student Conduct for potential action by the Student Judicial System. The BUPD will investigate any reported or alleged criminal acts.
To report an emergency on- or off-campus, call (309) 677-2000 or dial 9-1-1. To report a non-emergency crime or public safety-related matter on- or in the near off-campus area, the BUPD is available at (309) 677-2000.
More than 75 blue light telephones are strategically placed on and off campus. Pushing the red emergency button on the phone will get you to the City of Peoria Enhanced 9-1-1 dispatcher. By dialing “0” your call will be answered by a BUPD dispatcher. The system will display your location to either dispatcher. Dispatchers are on duty to receive calls 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
The Bradley University Police Department allows people to anonymously and confidentially report non-emergency security and safety related concerns and to provide the BUPD with tips about criminal incidents or behavior on campus.
Additionally, if you are the victim of a crime or want to report a crime you are aware of, but do not want to pursue action within the University or criminal justice system, we ask that you consider filing a voluntary, confidential report with us as an alternative to the online reporting form. Depending on the circumstances of the crime you are reporting, you may be able to file a report while maintaining your confidentiality. A confidential report will keep the matter confidential, while taking steps to ensure victim safety and the safety of others. With such information, the University is able to keep an accurate record of the number of incidents involving students, determine where there is a pattern of crime, and alert the campus community to potential danger. Reports filed in this manner are counted and disclosed in the Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report. In limited circumstances, the Department may not be able to assure confidentiality and will inform you in those cases.
Silent Witness
PLEASE CALL 309-677-2000 or 9-1-1 IMMEDIATELY IF YOU WANT TO REPORT AN EMERGENCY OR A CRIME IN PROGRESS
If you would like to report a crime that has occurred or could occur, including fraud (so-called “white collar” crime), please fill out the form below. Although this information will be addressed in a timely fashion, contact (309) 677-2000 if your concern requires immediate action. All information will be kept confidential. Intentionally providing false information may be subject to criminal prosecution under the law and may result in disciplinary action under University policies.
How We Serve
The Hilltop Safety Cruiser, operated by trained student employees driving uniquely marked Bradley vans, provides shuttle transports for students, faculty and staff to travel safely from place to place between the areas of Moss Avenue to Columbia Terrace and Western Avenue to Sheridan Road. The Hilltop Safety Cruiser operates daily between 5 p.m. and 3 a.m. when school is in session during fall and spring semesters. A valid Bradley University ID card is required to utilize the service.
Book Your On-Demand Ride Today
When opening the app for the first time, enter “Bradley University” for Service Name and simply login with your BUnetID. It’s that easy!
After you use the TripShot App to request a ride, it will keep you updated with your arrival estimate. Follow your assigned vehicle in real time all the way through to your destination. Make sure you have location services turned on.
You can request a van by using the app, calling (309) 677-2800, or flagging it down.
Student Patrol
Operated by trained student employees outfitted in reflective vests and equipped with flashlights and two-way radios, provides walking escorts for students, faculty and staff to travel safely from place to place on and within close proximity to campus. The Student Patrol currently operates on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays between 7 p.m. and 3 a.m. during fall and spring semesters. A valid Bradley University ID card must be presented at the time of service. To request the service, call (309) 677-2800. When not providing escorts, the Student Patrol conducts foot patrols of the campus and immediate area.
Safety Escorts
Safety escorts provided by BUPD officers are available 24 hours a day and can be obtained by calling (309) 677-2000.
Fingerprinting
The Bradley University Police Department provides complimentary fingerprinting services for students, faculty, and staff.
Vehicle Jumpstart/Lockouts
The Bradley University Police Department provides complimentary motorist assistance for students, faculty, staff and guests. These include jump starting dead batteries, retrieving keys locked inside a vehicle, and calling tow trucks.
Vacation House Watch
The Bradley University Police Department invites members of the Bradley University community residing in the near off-campus neighborhoods to register their residences with the Vacant House Watch prior to leaving campus for fall break, winter break, or spring break. During the breaks, BUPD officers will check registered vacant residences daily as part of their routine patrols.
Blue Light Phones
More than 75 blue light telephones are strategically placed on and off campus. Pushing the red emergency button on the phone will get you to the City of Peoria Enhanced 9-1-1 dispatcher. By dialing “0” your call will be answered by a BUPD dispatcher. The system will display your location to either dispatcher. Dispatchers are on duty to receive calls 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Most phones also are equipped with touch-tone pads and can be used for on-campus calling.
Crisis Intervention Team
Team members received a 40-hour advanced training program designed to provide officers with specialized training on dealing with individuals in the community who have a mental illness or other behavioral disability. CIT officers are trained as resource specialists who can provide immediate response to calls involving a mental health crisis. The “team” concept refers to law enforcement involvement with stakeholder agencies, as well as interagency mutual assistance when appropriate.
Crime Prevention
Crime prevention programming helps to reduce crime through a range of security programs. A common theme of all crime prevention programs is to encourage students and employees to be aware of their responsibility for their own security and the security of others. The Bradley University Police Department facilitates crime prevention and sexual assault programs for students, parents, faculty and staff, student and community organizations and the Office of Residential Living & Student Conduct resident advisers throughout the year.
Victim and Witness Services
Bradley University Police Department treats all crime victims and witnesses with dignity, compassion, and respect. The experience of being a crime victim or witness is different for each person. It may involve physical injury, emotional turmoil or financial loss. Many people experience frustration or intimidation because the legal proceedings are complex and not easily understood. Our officers will assist you throughout.
Order of Protection is a civil “stay away” order for victims of abuse by a family or household member, caregiver, current or ex-romantic partner, or current or ex-spouse, a person with whom you live or used to live, or some- one who is the other parent of your child.
Civil No Contact Order is a civil “stay away” order for sexual assault victims who do not have a relationship with the offender.
Stalking No Contact Order is a civil “stay away” order for victims of stalking who do not have a relationship with the offender.
Firearms Restraining Order allows family members, intimate partners, or police to ask a judge to temporarily remove guns from someone they think may be a threat to themselves or others.
Center for Prevention of Abuse
1-800-559-7223 (crisis hot line)
309-353-7512 (Peoria)
A nonprofit organization specializing in victim advocacy, counseling and shelter for victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
Illinois Crime Victim Compensation Program
1-800-228-3368
1-877-398-1130 (TTY)
Provides direct financial assistance to victims of violent crime.
Illinois Address Confidentiality Program
1-844-916-0295 (Toll-Free)
1-877-398-1130 (TTY)
Provides survivors of domestic violence and their household members with a substitute address to help prevent abusers from locating them.
Automated Victim Notification System
1-866-5-NOTIFY
1-877-502-2423 (TTY)
Provides up-to-date information on the custody and/or case status of an offender. Register for an automatic notification of a change in a case or custody status of an inmate. Available by email, text message, call or online at vinelink.com.
- Office of Title IX Compliance: Reporting and support services
- Counseling for students and employees
- Medical and wellness services for students
- Assistance with classes, housing, university stay away orders, and pursuit of student conduct charges
- Safety escorts available 24/7/365
- Transportation to court proceedings or State’s Attorney meetings
Student Involvement
- Student Patrol Escort
- Social Media Team position
- Student Safety Advisory Committee
- Safety Patrol Safety Cruiser driver
- BUPD Intern
- This is an academic internship that provides an immersion into police work through ride-alongs and some office activities.
Additional Links
- Emergency Preparedness
- Safety Resources
- Fire & Crime Information
- Submit an Anonymous Report
- Download the Safety Cruiser App
- Join the Student Safety Advisory Committee
- University Policies
- Dispatch Center
- MacMillan Hall
- Administrative Offices
- Campustown
- Emergency
- 911
- University Police
- (309) 677-2000
- Safety Cruiser
- (309) 677-2800
- TTY
- (309) 677-3265
Keeping Yourself Safe
We offer a selection of resources to help keep our campus community prepared, aware and safe.
Fire & Crime Information
View the fire and crime logs or recent emergency safety alerts.
FAQs
The Bradley University Police Department is located in the Campustown shopping center at the intersection of St. James and University. The BUPD Dispatch Center with 24-hour walk-up service is located in Macmillan Hall located at 1308 W. Bradley Avenue.
The non-emergency telephone number is (309) 677-2000. The administrative telephone number is (309) 677-1002.
Bradley University Police Officers and dispatchers are on duty 24 hours a day throughout the year, including holidays.
The BUPD generally patrols east to Sheridan Rd., south to Moss Ave., west to Western Ave., and north to Columbia Terrace. However, the BUPD does have full jurisdiction and arrest powers in both the City of Peoria and Peoria County.
You do have to obey a Peoria Police Officer, either on or off campus. You may request a Bradley University Police Officer, but it is the discretion of the Peoria Police Officer to call one.
The BUPD has jumper cables and pop starter units which we will use to assist with getting your vehicle started. There is no fee for these services. A Bradley University ID or other picture ID is required
The policy is generally yes, but due to newer vehicle locking systems, there are no guarantees. If BUPD cannot unlock your vehicle, the BUPD dispatch center has a list of vendors who can assist. These vendors typically charge a fee for their services
Yes. All faculty, staff, and students are required to have a parking decal to park in the University lots and/or decks. However, there are also a number of locations in and around campus where visitors can park.
Questions regarding parking and permits can be obtained from the Parking Department at (309) 677-2227.
Each building has a lost and found area in their main office. Each office holds property for a short time before it is turned in to the Bradley University Police Departmen
Can I skateboard on campus?
The safe use of in-line skates, roller skates, skateboards, bicycles, and self-balancing personal transportation devices, to travel directly from one point to another is permitted. The use of such equipment inside university facilities is prohibited. The performance of acrobatic techniques with such equipment is also prohibited on campus.
Drone/UAS use on campus is regulated.
According to Illinois law, the camera must be turned on at all times when an officer is responding to a call for service or engaged in law enforcement activities.
According to Illinois law, officers must only provide notice of recording only in circumstances where the individual has a reasonable expectation of privacy. The BUPD policy requires officers to wear their body-worn camera in a conspicuous location so the individual is aware the officer may be recording.
According to Illinois law, a victim, witness or community member who wishes to report a crime can request the camera be turned off. However, an officer may continue to record if exigent circumstances exist or the officer has a reasonable articulable suspicion that the individual may be involved in a crime.
Yes. If an officer is conducting official business and has a legal right to be somewhere, he/she can also capture video. This includes private property.
By law, recordings made on a body-worn camera must be retained for 90 days. Videos will be stored through a secure, cloud-based service in compliance with federal Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) standards. After the 90 days, all recordings must be destroyed unless they are flagged as being part of a criminal, civil or administrative investigation. Flagged recordings are kept indefinitely, or until the department receives a court order from a judge ordering its destruction.
All recorded media, images and audio are property of BUPD. State law and department policy outline who within the department can access body-worn camera footage and when.
