Timely Warning Notifications
Under the Jeanne Clery Act and HEOA, Green River College is required to provide a timely warning or immediate notification of incidents and crimes, which have not yet been mitigated.
When an incident arises, we will keep you up to date to provide you with information for you to manage your personal safety and security. Campus Crime Alerts are released by the Green River Campus Safety Department when certain crimes are reported on Green River College's Clery Geography, and in compliance with federal law. These timely warnings provide information about campus safety situations, and allow campus community members to take precautions for personal safety. All crimes should be reported as soon as possible to Green River Campus Safety
Timely Warning: Arson/Outside of West Building on GRC Main Campus
TIMELY WARNING: Arson/Outside of West Building on GRC Main Campus
Date: 08-31-25
DETAILS: Green River College is investigating an arson that occurred on Green River College’s
main campus between the RLC building and the West Building. A Campus Safety officer
discovered a small fire at approximately 12:58 am on 08-31-25 while on patrol. The
officer put the fire out and the fire department arrived and did a safety check of
the area. The fire was started at the base of a tree and the fire department determined
the incident to be Arson. The damage was to the tree and damage was minimal.
If you have any information that might be helpful in this investigation, contact Green
River College Campus Safety at (253)288-3350.
WHAT GREEN RIVER IS DOING: Campus Safety is working closely with the Fire Dept and Auburn Police in regard
to the ongoing investigation. Extra patrols are being implemented.
WHAT YOU CAN DO:
- Clear flammable materials: Store firewood, trash bins, and other combustibles away from buildings.
- Maintain good lighting: Ensure outdoor areas are well-lit to discourage suspicious activity.
- Report suspicious behavior and follow fire safety protocols.
- Secure waste areas.
Under the Jeanne Clery Act and HEOA, Green River College is required to provide a
timely warning or immediate notification of incidents and crimes, which have not yet
been mitigated. When an incident arises, we will keep you up to date to provide you
with information for you to manage your personal safety and security. Campus Crime
Alerts are released by the Green River Campus Safety Department when certain crimes
are reported on Green River College's Clery Geography, and in compliance with federal
law. These timely warnings provide information about campus safety situations, and
allow campus community members to take precautions for personal safety. All crimes
should be reported as soon as possible to Green River Campus Safety
Timely Warning: Motor Vehicle Theft/Campus Corner Apartments (CCA)/GRC Main Campus
TIMELY WARNING: Motor Vehicle Theft/ Campus Corner Apartments (CCA)/GRC Main Campus
Date: 07-28-25
DETAILS: The Auburn Police Department is investigating a Motor Vehicle Theft (theft of a
self-propelled e-scooter) that occurred at Campus Corner Apartments (CCA) on GRC’s
main campus on 07-28-25 at approximately 5:36am.
According to the victim, he last saw his e-scooter parked and secured just outside
the entrance to his apartment in H building at approximately midnight. At approximately
8am on 07-28-25, he discovered his e-bike stolen, with various accessories from the
bike scattered around the ground. Further investigation shows the e-scooter stolen
at approximately 5:36am. The suspects were two males, possible in their teenage years,
wearing masks. They entered the property riding bicycles and at one point, were looking
through the dumpster. Campus Safety officers searched the area for the suspects with
negative results.
If anyone has information on the suspects or can identify them, do not make contact
on your own but please contact Auburn PD immediately by dialing 911 or Green River
Campus Safety at (253)288-3350.
WHAT GREEN RIVER IS DOING: Campus Safety is working closely with APD with the ongoing investigation and receiving
updates as they arrive. Extra patrols have also been added in the affected areas.
WHAT YOU CAN DO:
• Campus Safety recommends that you lock your vehicle and keep all valuables locked
up or out of sight.
• Be aware of your surroundings. If possible, put your vehicle in an area inaccessible
to theft.
• Park in well-lighted areas, if possible.
• Register your vehicle with Campus Safety and write down serial numbers of your
vehicle.
• Whenever you observe criminal activity or what appears to be criminal activity,
IMMEDIATELY call the police or Campus Safety at (253)288-3350.
Under the Jeanne Clery Act and HEOA, Green River College is required to provide a
timely warning or immediate notification of incidents and crimes, which have not yet
been mitigated. When an incident arises, we will keep you up to date to provide you
with information for you to manage your personal safety and security. Campus Crime
Alerts are released by the Green River Campus Safety Department when certain crimes
are reported on Green River College's Clery Geography, and in compliance with federal
law. These timely warnings provide information about campus safety situations and
allow campus community members to take precautions for personal safety. All crimes
should be reported as soon as possible to Green River Campus Safety
Timely Warning: Arson/Parking Lot P-4 at Main Campus
TIMELY WARNING: Arson/Parking Lot P-4 at Main Campus
Date: 07-21-25
DETAILS: Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) and Auburn Police are investigating a possible
incident of Arson that occurred on Green River College’s main campus in the wooded
area next to parking lot P-4. The incident occurred on 07-18-25, at approx. 12:47pm.
A staff member reported seeing smoke on the perimeter of parking lot P-4 and when
Safety Officers responded, they discovered a brush fire. Valley Regional Fire Authority
was notified and responded. The fire was extinguished at approx. 1:45pm and monitored
throughout the day. No new outbreaks were found.
During the initial response, a male was seen walking through the area. The male was
described as a white male, approx. 45-55 years of age, approx. 5’11”-6’02”, with a
medium build. The male had long blonde hair, tied in a ponytail, and blonde facial
hair. He was wearing a dark purple hoodie, black pants, and black shoes. He walked
with a staggered gait.
If you have any information that might be helpful in this investigation, contact Auburn
Police, VRFA, or Green River College Campus Safety at (253)288-3350.
WHAT GREEN RIVER IS DOING: Campus Safety is working closely with VRFA and Auburn Police regarding the ongoing
investigation. Extra patrols have been implemented.
WHAT YOU CAN DO:
- Report any smoke or fire to 911 immediately. Don’t assume others will call.
- Be aware of your surroundings. If you see anything suspicious or out of the norm, feel uneasy or unsafe, go to a safe location and call Campus Safety or the police at 911.
- Go to the website and review tips to keep you and your property safe from fire and arson.
- Whenever you observe criminal activity or what appears to be criminal activity, IMMEDIATELY call the police or Campus Safety at (253)288-3350.
Under the Jeanne Clery Act and HEOA, Green River College is required to provide a timely warning or
immediate notification of incidents and crimes, which have not yet been mitigated.
When an incident arises, we will keep you up to date to provide you with information
for you to manage your personal safety and security. Campus Crime Alerts are released
by the Green River Campus Safety Department when certain crimes are reported on Green
River College's Clery Geography, and in compliance with federal law. These timely warnings
provide information about campus safety situations, and allow campus community members
to take precautions for personal safety. All crimes should be reported as soon as
possible to Green River Campus Safety