Recent GRCC Alerts
GRCC ALERT: Timely Warning Burglary
Incident Information
Date: November 4, 2026
Approximate Time: 1:40 a.m.
Location: GRCC Wisner-Bottrall Applied Technology Center, 151 Fountain Street, NE, Grand Rapids.
Crime: Burglary
An individual unlawfully entered the building and took property without authorization. GRCC Police are investigating the incident.
Safety Reminders
- Members of the campus community are encouraged to remain aware of their surroundings and report concerns to GRCC Police.
- Avoid leaving personal or valuable items unattended or in unsecured desks, offices or workspaces.
- If you notice a door, window or other access point that appears damaged or unsecured, notify GRCC Police or Facilities.
Report Information
Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact:
- GRCC Police Department (616) 234-4911
- Silent Observer (616) 774-2345
- Online at silentobserver.org
For emergencies or crimes in progress, call 911.
Public Safety Advisory Alert - Bicycle Theft Prevention
The Grand Rapids Community College Police Department is reminding students and employees to take precautions to protect their bicycles, e-bikes and e-scooters following reports of multiple bicycle thefts on campus and similar incidents in the surrounding community.
Help Protect Your Bicycle
- Use secured storage. Current students and employees may request Raider Card access to the secured bicycle and scooter storage area at the northwest corner of Level 2 in Ramp A. Complete the GRCC Secured Bike Access Request form. Information is also available on the Parking and Transportation webpage under Additional Parking Information – Bike Racks and Secured Storage, or by visiting the Center for Student Life and Leadership in the Student Center Building. Note: Always secure the bike with a lock within the storage area.
- Secure your bicycle. Use a quality U- lock or heavy duty chain lock and secure your bicycle, e-bike, or e-scooter to a designated bike rack. If possible, secure the bicycle frame and wheel to the bike rack.
- Protect removable components. When applicable, remove the battery and the seat. Take valuables, such as helmets, with you.
- Record identifying information. Keep a record of the make, model, serial number, and distinguishing features.
Report Bicycle Theft or Suspicious Activity
If you witness suspicious activity in the area or have any information about the previous thefts, you are encouraged to contact GRCC Police in person at 25 Lyon Street, NE, Grand Rapids, or via phone at (616) 234-4910 or call Silent Observer at (616) 774-2345. Information may also be submitted online at silentobserver.org or through the Silent Observer mobile app.
If your bicycle, e-bike or e-scooter is stolen, immediately report it to GRCC Police. Lakeshore Campus call Ottawa County Sheriff Department at (888) 731-1001.
Emergency Notification
Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) is committed to keeping our campus community informed and safe during emergencies. When a situation poses an immediate threat to the health or safety of students, employees, or visitors, GRCC will issue an Emergency Notification as quickly as possible once the threat has been confirmed.
Examples situations that may trigger an Emergency Notification include but not limited to:
- An armed or hostile intruder
- Bomb threat or explosion
- Severe weather
- Hazardous materials incident
- Fire or natural disaster
- Public health emergency
- Civil unrest or terrorist incident
Timely Warning
Timely Warnings are issued to keep the campus community informed about certain crimes that may pose a serious or ongoing threat. These notices are shared as soon as important information is available, without identifying victims, and are intended to help prevent similar incidents. If a crime occurs within GRCC’s Clery geography that, in the judgment of the GRCC Chief of Police (or designee) and, when time allows, in consultation with appropriate authorities, presents a potential threat to students or employees, a campus-wide Timely Warning will be issued.
Examples situations that may trigger a Timely Warning include but not limited to:
- Murder/Non-Negligent Manslaughter
- Aggravated Assault
- Robbery
- A pattern of burglaries or motor vehicle theft
- Sexual assault
- Major incidents of arson
- Hazing incidents that remain a threat to the campus community
Public Safety Advisory
GRCC may elect to issue a public safety advisory to students and employees when serious or significant crimes occur outside of our Clery reportable geography, for non-Clery reportable crimes on campus, or in other situations that may impact our campus community. The advisory is intended to raise awareness of ongoing criminal investigations that may be of concern to our campus community and to aid in the prevention of similar crimes.
Examples of situation that may trigger a Public Safety Advisory include but not limited to:
- Clery Act crimes occurring near but not on GRCC’s Clery geography that may impact the campus community.
- Patterns of crime, such as repeated thefts or scams.
- Other incidents that may affect campus safety, such as a significant law enforcement presence or other unusual activity on campus.