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In accordance with the “Timely Warning” provisions of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and based on our belief that an informed community is better prepared to protect itself, the Chapman University Department of Public Safety would like to inform the public about the following crimes:


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Timely Warnings

Alert #: 2026-01 - Brandishing a Weapon

On February 2, 2026, at approximately 4:40 PM, a suspect confronted Chapman University baseball players while they were practicing with the team on the baseball field at Hart Park (701 S. Glassell Street). The suspect momentarily pointed a gun through the outfield fence at three baseball players and then walked away from the area with a second subject.

The Orange Police Department was called by the coach and responded. They searched the area extensively with numerous officers and a helicopter, but were unable to locate the suspect. There is believed to be no active threat at this time.

Suspect Description:

Male White, 16 years old, slim to medium build, long red hair down to shoulders, white tee shirt, dark colored pants, holding a gun.

If you see anyone matching the suspect description, please call Public Safety immediately at (714) 997-6763.

Important Numbers:

  • Orange Police Department: (714) 744-7444
  • Irvine Police Department: (949) 724-7000
  • Anaheim Police Department: (714) 765-1900

Safety Tips:

Be aware of your surroundings at all times.

Turn your phone into a personal safety device. Download the free Rave Guardian safety app from Google Play or the Apple iTunes store: Panther Guardian.

Crime Alerts

No Crime Alerts in the past 60 days.

Safety Tips and Important Phone Numbers

SAFETY TIPS:

  • See Something, Say Something - Immediately report any suspicious person/circumstance to the Chapman Department of Public Safety or the local Police Department.
  • Take & Hide - Take your valuables. Hide your property. Lock your car.
  • Travel in pairs, especially at night or in remote areas.

If you have any information that might be helpful in this investigation, contact the Chapman Department of Public Safety by telephone at (714) 997-6763 or in person at 418 N. Glassell St. Orange, CA 92866.

Phone Numbers


Emergency
9-1-1
Orange Police
(714) 744-7444
Anaheim Police
(714) 765-1900
Irvine Police
(949) 724-7000
CU Public Safety
(714) 997-6763
SafeRide
(714) 997-6680