Their duties are to only report findings. All public safety officers are certified campus law enforcement or security officers with full law enforcement authority. They are authorized to carry arms and have detention authority. Residence dormitory directors and residential hall advisors are equipped with walkie talkies which assist the Public Safety Department in identifying unauthorized trafficking of outside personnel. Security and law enforcement services are provided 24 hours a day 365 days a year.
Public apathy is the criminal's greatest ally.
You cannot assume that someone else has reported criminal activity, therefore, it is important that all crimes and emergencies occurring on the campus or involving members of the Benedict community be reported immediately to the public safety personnel. You may contact Public Safety by calling ext. Your name 2. The location of the incident you are reporting. A description of the scene and any suspects.