Contrary to popular belief, "Securitas" is not a portmanteau of "security" and "veritas," but rather the name of the multinational corporation subcontracted by Harvard for campus security. Despite this fact, we here at FlyBy find the word "Securitas" to be so hilarious that we've decided to name a new series after it. Every week, we'll offer up amusing (and sometimes absurd) HUPD daily log entries. Take a look!

BY THE NUMBERS

Reports of "suspicious activity": 12

Reports of unwanted guests: 6

Number of skateboard complaints: 3

May 10, 2010

Motor Vehicle Accident (7:37 a.m.)

NRB, New Research Building, 77 Avenue Louis Pasteur, Boston

Officer dispatched to a report of property damage. Officer arrived and spoke to the reporting party who stated while operating a forklift they accidentally struck the ceiling and damaged eight sheet rock tiles and an industrial light. Johnson Controls was on scene and secured the tiles and light.

Skateboard Complaint (5:48 p.m.)

JFK Park, 968 Memorial Drive, Cambridge

Officer dispatched to a report of individuals skateboarding in the area. Officers arrived and sent the individuals on their way.

May 11, 2010

Suspicious Activity (12:15 a.m.)