Colgate University students have reported multiple instances of personal items disappearing from the laundry facilities in an on-campus residence hall, beginning in the Fall 2023 semester. The reports, which were initially directed to Campus Safety prior to a student contacting the Hamilton Police Department (HPD or Hamilton PD) directly, have prompted an investigation. Hamilton Police.
Editorial Disclaimer: While the Maroon-News confirmed the identity of the accused student through video acquired from the scene, we have not included it in the story. Our omission is not intended to shield the suspect from the potential implications of their actions. Rather, we do not feel identifying the student by name serves a compelling.