Marijuana possession in Phelps Hall
An officer responded to a report of the odor of marijuana in the residence hall, which the officer would confirm the presence of the odor personally. The officer knocked to no one’s answer until they were about to enter the room. The room’s occupying resident denied any presence of the drug in the room, but the officer observed a cigarette laying on the desk. The subject was issued a state citation and the case was cleared on arrest.
Car crash at the Jersey Mike’s parking lot
An officer responded in reference to a Rock Hill Police Department call for service. The officer met with both parties who agreed to complete incident reports and exchange information.
Winthrop policy violated at Margaret Nance Hall
An officer responded to a call in response to a trespasser on the 3rd floor of Margaret Nance Hall. The subject had not been signed in at the front desk. Contact was made and the subject was issued a trespass notice. The student will be referred to the Dean’s office.
Fourteen traffic stops in one day
On April 13, officers responded to fourteen traffic stops in a single day. Most subjects were cited and given warnings for defective equipment, improper turns or improper lights. One subject was given a state citation for speeding while within university bounds.
