May 19, 2026

Passing of Former Chief of Police Eugene J. Dax

It is with sadness that I share the passing of former Lehigh University Chief of Police Eugene J. Dax. Chief Dax served the Lehigh community with dedication, professionalism, and integrity throughout his career. His leadership and commitment to public safety left a lasting impact on the department and the university community. Chief Dax (1936-2026) served with the Lehigh University Police Department for 36 years, including 25 years as chief, before retiring in 1999. He began...
May 19, 2026

Weekly Ledger (05.18.2026)

WEEKLY LUPD ACTIVITY SUMMARY May 11, 2026 – May 17, 2026 The Lehigh University Police Department processed 146 total selected calls for service during this reporting period. The general campus climate was stable but active, heavily characterized by end-of-semester move-out logistics, final residential room checks, and commencement weekend events. Logistical service requests, lockouts, and found property items comprised a major portion of police activity. SIGNIFICANT INCIDENTS & CRIMES Crimes Against Property/Person: A package theft was...
May 11, 2026

Weekly Ledger (05.11.2026)

WEEKLY LUPD ACTIVITY SUMMARY May 4, 2026 – May 10, 2026 During this reporting period, the Lehigh University Police Department handled a total volume of 117 calls for service. The general campus climate was heavily influenced by end-of-semester move-out procedures and final examinations, resulting in a high frequency of residential assistance requests and service logistics.
May 4, 2026

Weekly Ledger (05.04.2026)

Weekly LUPD Activity Summary April 27, 2026 – May 3, 2026 This week, the Lehigh University Police Department managed approximately 146 calls for service. The campus climate saw significant activity regarding bias-related property damage and a series of "reminiscing" pranks that escalated into criminal burglary and theft. LUPD issued a Clery Act Timely Warning this week following serious verbal threats made by a non-Lehigh visitor, highlighting our commitment to rapid community notification and suspect identification...
April 27, 2026

Weekly Ledger (04.27.2026)

Weekly LUPD Activity Summary April 20, 2026 – April 26, 2026 This week, the Lehigh University Police Department managed 154 calls for service. As the spring semester winds down, activity shifted toward property-related "pranks" and a high volume of medical responses. Our focus remains on proactive safety and the use of Medical Amnesty to ensure students feel safe calling for assistance during critical intoxication or health events. We observed a notable trend in facility misuse...
April 20, 2026

Weekly Ledger (04.20.2026)

WEEKLY LUPD ACTIVITY SUMMARY April 13, 2026 – April 19, 2026 This week, the Lehigh University Police Department (LUPD) managed approximately 166 calls for service. The campus climate remained active with a high volume of student service requests, including 35 residential or building lockouts. Several medical responses were handled where University Medical Amnesty policies were applied to prioritize student safety. No incidents of bias-motivated harassment or crimes were reported this week. SIGNIFICANT INCIDENTS & CRIMES...
December 1, 2025

A Lifetime of Service: Celebrating the Career of Assistant Chief Chris Houtz

Chris Houtz has always had a drive to help others since he was young. While many kids hadn’t even thought about their career path at 14, Houtz was already working as a junior firefighter in Catasauqua. His desire to keep learning and dedication to public service meant that at just 16 years old, he was a crew chief for the local ambulance company. This dedication continued throughout his more than 24-year career working his way...
by: Ellis Krusch