LSU Police Released Annual Campus Safety Report
The report highlights a 2025 surge in vehicle thefts and alcohol-related arrests on the university campus.
Updated on Oct. 11, 2026 in Property Crime
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The Louisiana State University Police Department recently issued its 2026 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, detailing crime data for the 2025 calendar year. The filing shows a significant rise in motor vehicle thefts, liquor-law violations, and drug-law arrests across the Baton Rouge campus.
Why it matters
Mandated by the federal Clery Act, this report provides essential safety transparency for students and the local community. The disclosure helps the public understand evolving campus safety risks and tracks the impact of police enforcement activities.
Official data shows 218 motor vehicle thefts and 139 liquor-law arrests reported in 2025. Investigations remain ongoing as police evaluate community-based safety measures following these reported trends.
The players
Louisiana State University Police Department
The agency is responsible for monitoring campus safety and maintaining crime statistics for the Baton Rouge institution.
The details
The report notes that Clery Act guidelines categorize self-propelled scooters as motor vehicles, contributing to the elevated theft figures. While property crimes like burglary decreased alongside reports of dating violence and stalking, police cited targeted enforcement for the spike in substance-related arrests.
Timeline
The 2025 calendar year served as the primary period for the reported statistics.
The report was released following the October 1, 2026, federal disclosure deadline.
Legal Context
This reporting is governed by the federal Clery Act, which has mandated institutional transparency regarding campus safety since 1990. The current report aligns with national standards for how universities in Baton Rouge must disclose crime metrics to the public.
Students and residents are encouraged to monitor their property closely given the increase in reported vehicle thefts. Those with safety concerns or information regarding local incidents can contact the department at 225-578-3231.
The takeaway
Understanding these annual trends helps students take proactive steps to secure their personal belongings, particularly e-scooters and vehicles. Staying informed about campus police enforcement focus areas can also help residents navigate changes in local safety protocols.
Further reading
Find more campus safety data in the Property Crime section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Reveille.
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