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UMD Community Notice: Off-Campus Robbery with a Weapon
**Community Notice**
The purpose of this e-mail is to make you aware of an incident that occurred off-campus near the University of Maryland, College Park campus. The following is a synopsis of an incident reported to the Prince George's County Police Department.
INCIDENT: Off-Campus Robbery with a Weapon
OCCURRED: June 11, 2018/ Approximately 4 p.m.
LOCATION: 4500 block of Guilford Road, College Park, MD
PGPD CASE #: 18-0035520
BRIEF DETAILS:
On June 12, 2018, at approximately 5:30 p.m., the Prince George's County Police Department responded to the 4500 block of Guilford Road for a robbery with a weapon that occurred the previous day.
Three UMD students and two unaffiliated victims reported to police that on June 11, 2018, at approximately 4 p.m., they were inside a house in the 4500 block of Guilford Road when they called a known acquaintance and asked him to stop by. The acquaintance was unable to stop by, but the victims were told that another person would meet them at the house. An unidentified male came to the house and displayed a handgun. One of the victims attempted to defend the group, but was struck in the head with the suspect's handgun. The suspect then stole property and left the house.
The incident was a targeted crime that was not reported for more than 24 hours after the incident occurred.
The Prince George’s County Police Department responded is conducting an investigation. Individuals with any information regarding this incident or the possible identity of suspects are encouraged to contact police (911 or 301-352-1200).
Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477) or text "PGPD plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgpolice.org and submit a tip online. Email address is: pgcrimesolvers@co.pg.md.us.
Additional information, when made available by the Prince George's County Police, may be found on our website at http://universityofmarylandpolice.com/stats/safety_notices.cfm
When available for release, additional information, including updated descriptions of suspect, may be obtained by accessing the "UMD Safety Notice" portion of our web site: http://universityofmarylandpolice.com/stats/safety_notices.cfm and http://umpdnews.umd.edu/
Safety Tips:
The University of Maryland Police Department provides an escort service for anyone who feels unsafe when walking on or near campus. If you would like an escort, please call to request one at 301-405-3555 (off campus) / 53555 (on campus). You may also use a blue light emergency phone to call for an escort. The police escort service is available to community members at all times.
If you observe suspicious activity or behavior, contact the police immediately by calling #3333 from a mobile phone or 301-405-3333.
Stay alert and attuned to people and circumstances around you.
Trust your instincts. They are a natural gift that tells you when something is wrong.
Note the locations of the Blue Light Emergency Phones and look for them as you walk.
See Something, Say Something!
Be Smart, Be Safe!
Download the UMD Guardian app through the Google Play store or the Apple App Store. You can create a virtual safety escort or you can text a tip to UMPD.
Safety Resources:
University of Maryland Police Department
Emergency Number 301-405-3333/ #3333 from a mobile phone/ 911
UMD Guardian (Mobile Campus Safety App)
Prince George's County Police Department
911 from mobile phone / 301-352-1200 (non-emergency) / 911
UMD Police Walking Escort
Non-Emergency: 301-405-3555
NITE Ride
301-314-6483
http://www.transportation.umd.edu/niteride.html
Help Center (Peer Counseling & Crisis Intervention)
301-314-4357
Counseling Center
301-314-7651
CARE (Confidential Services for Sexual Assault/Harassment/Rape)
301-741-3442
http://www.health.umd.edu/care
Health Center
301-314-8180
Office of Civil Rights and Sexual Misconduct
UMD Alerts
Sent by email via UMD Alerts to UMD Students/Faculty/Staff
Sent by University of Maryland Police DepartmentUniversity of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
UMD Alert Test
First Wednesday of each month at 11:55 a.m., the campus tests the UMD Alert Emergency Notification System, Alertus System and Early Warning Sirens. These are only tests.
In the event of an emergency, you will receive text and email notifications with information regarding the nature of the emergency and necessary protective actions.
UMD affiliates may edit their mobile device settings at alert.umd.edu.
Contact Information:
University of Maryland Police Emergency Number 301-405-3333/ #3333 from a mobile phone/ 911
Prince George's County Police
911 from mobile phone / 301-352-1200 (non-emergency) / 911
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
COMMUNITY ALERT: All Clear for the Off-Campus Robbery of Commercial Establishment (No Weapon)
An "All Clear" has been issued for the off-campus robbery of a commercial establishment (no weapon) that occurred in the 7200 block of Baltimore Avenue. It appears the suspects have left the area. The Prince George's County Police Department is investigating this incident.
Safety Resources:
University of Maryland
Police
Emergency Number - 301-405-3333 / #3333 from a mobile phone / 911
Non-Emergency Number - 301-405-3555
UMD Guardian (Mobile Campus Safety App)
umpdnews.umd.edu/umdguardian
Prince George's County
Police
911 from mobile phone
Non-Emergency Number - 301-352-1200
UMD Police Walking
Escort/Non-Emergency:
301-405-3555
NITE Ride
301-314-6483
http://www.transportation.umd.edu/niteride.html
Help Center (Peer
Counseling & Crisis Intervention)
301-314-4357
http://helpcenterumd.org
Counseling Center
301-314-7651
http://counseling.umd.edu/
CARE (Confidential
Services for Sexual Assault/Harassment/Rape)
301-741-3442
http://www.health.umd.edu/care
Health Center
301-314-8180
http://www.health.umd.edu/
Office of Civil Rights &
Sexual Misconduct (Title IX)
TitleIXcoordinator@umd.edu
ocrsm.umd.edu
UMD Alerts https://alert.umd.edu
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Sent by email and SMS (text) via UMD Alerts
to UMD Students/Faculty/Staff
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
COMMUNITY ALERT: Off-Campus Robbery of Commercial Establishment (No Weapon)
Officers from UMPD and PGPD are on the scene. The suspect vehicle is described as a black BMW 4-door, last seen traveling southbound on Baltimore Avenue towards East-West Highway. It is believed that there are 2-3 suspects inside the vehicle. Stay away from the area. Additional information will be provided when available.
Safety Resources:
University of Maryland Police
Emergency Number - 301-405-3333 / #3333 from a mobile phone / 911
Non-Emergency Number - 301-405-3555
UMD Guardian (Mobile Campus Safety App)
umpdnews.umd.edu/umdguardian
Prince George's County Police
911 from mobile phone
Non-Emergency Number - 301-352-1200
UMD Police Walking Escort/Non-Emergency:
301-405-3555
NITE Ride
301-314-6483
http://www.transportation.umd.edu/niteride.html
Help Center (Peer Counseling & Crisis Intervention)
301-314-4357
http://helpcenterumd.org
Counseling Center
301-314-7651
http://counseling.umd.edu/
CARE (Confidential Services for Sexual Assault/Harassment/Rape)
301-741-3442
http://www.health.umd.edu/care
Health Center
301-314-8180
http://www.health.umd.edu/
Office of Civil Rights & Sexual Misconduct (Title IX)
TitleIXcoordinator@umd.edu
ocrsm.umd.edu
UMD Alerts https://alert.umd.edu
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Sent by email and SMS (text) via UMD Alerts to UMD Students/Faculty/Staff
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
COMMUNITY ALERT: Off-Campus Robbery of Commercial Establishment (No Weapon)
A robbery of a commercial establishment has been reported off campus in the 7200 block of Baltimore Avenue. No weapon was displayed. Stay away from the area. Additional information will be provided when available.
Safety Resources:
University of Maryland Police
Emergency Number - 301-405-3333 / #3333 from a mobile phone / 911
Non-Emergency Number - 301-405-3555
UMD Guardian (Mobile Campus Safety App)
umpdnews.umd.edu/umdguardian
Prince George's County Police
911 from mobile phone
Non-Emergency Number - 301-352-1200
UMD Police Walking Escort/Non-Emergency:
301-405-3555
NITE Ride
301-314-6483
http://www.transportation.umd.edu/niteride.html
Help Center (Peer Counseling & Crisis Intervention)
301-314-4357
http://helpcenterumd.org
Counseling Center
301-314-7651
http://counseling.umd.edu/
CARE (Confidential Services for Sexual Assault/Harassment/Rape)
301-741-3442
http://www.health.umd.edu/care
Health Center
301-314-8180
http://www.health.umd.edu/
Office of Civil Rights & Sexual Misconduct (Title IX)
TitleIXcoordinator@umd.edu
ocrsm.umd.edu
UMD Alerts https://alert.umd.edu
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Sent by email and SMS (text) via UMD Alerts to UMD Students/Faculty/Staff
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
UMD Advisory - Network Connectivity Outages
UMD network connectivity is not currently working. This affects Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and campus phones. We are currently working to restore service.
Safety Resources:
University of Maryland Police
Emergency Number - 301-405-3333 / #3333 from a mobile phone / 911
Non-Emergency Number - 301-405-3555
UMD Guardian (Mobile Campus Safety App)
umpdnews.umd.edu/umdguardian
Prince George's County Police
911 from mobile phone
Non-Emergency Number - 301-352-1200
UMD Police Walking Escort/Non-Emergency:
301-405-3555
NITE Ride
301-314-6483
http://www.transportation.umd.edu/niteride.html
Help Center (Peer Counseling & Crisis Intervention)
301-314-4357
http://helpcenterumd.org
Counseling Center
301-314-7651
http://counseling.umd.edu/
CARE (Confidential Services for Sexual Assault/Harassment/Rape)
301-741-3442
http://www.health.umd.edu/care
Health Center
301-314-8180
http://www.health.umd.edu/
Office of Civil Rights & Sexual Misconduct (Title IX)
TitleIXcoordinator@umd.edu
ocrsm.umd.edu
UMD Alerts
https://alert.umd.edu
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Sent by email and SMS (text) via UMD Alerts to UMD Students/Faculty/Staff
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
Community Notice: Off-Campus Robbery (No Weapon)
**Community Notice**
The purpose of this e-mail is to make you aware of an incident that occurred off-campus near the University of Maryland, College Park campus. The following is a synopsis of an incident reported to the Maryland-National Capital Park Police, Prince George’s County Division.
INCIDENT: Off-Campus Robbery (No Weapon)
OCCURRED: May 15, 2018, at approximately 10:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Hiker/Biker Trail near the 8100 block of Baltimore Avenue
PARK POLICE CASE #: 18000511
BRIEF DETAILS:
On May 15, 2018, at approximately 10:28 p.m., the University of Maryland Police Department (UMPD) was notified of an off-campus robbery that occurred along the Hiker/Biker Trail between the 8100 block of Baltimore Avenue and Lot 11b. A male UMD student reported to police that he was walking on the trail when a male came up behind him and announced a robbery. The victim gave the suspect his property. The suspect then left the area and was last seen heading south on the trail.
Due to the late reporting of this incident from the victim to police, a text alert was not sent.
The Maryland-National Capital Park Police is conducting an investigation. Individuals with any information regarding this incident or the possible identity of the suspect are encouraged to contact police (911 or 301-459-3232).Additional information, when made available by the Maryland-National Capital Park Police may be found on our website at http://universityofmarylandpolice.com/stats/safety_notices.cfm
When available for release, additional information, including updated descriptions of suspect, may be obtained by accessing the "UMD Safety Notice" portion of our web site: http://universityofmarylandpolice.com/stats/safety_notices.cfm and http://umpdnews.umd.edu/
Safety Tips:
The University of Maryland Police Department provides an escort service for anyone who feels unsafe when walking on or near campus. If you would like an escort, please call to request one at 301-405-3555 (off campus) / 53555 (on campus). You may also use a blue light emergency phone to call for an escort. The police escort service is available to community members at all times.
If you observe suspicious activity or behavior, contact the police immediately by calling #3333 from a mobile phone or 301-405-3333.
Stay alert and attuned to people and circumstances around you.
Trust your instincts. They are a natural gift that tells you when something is wrong.
See Something, Say Something!
Be Smart, Be Safe!
Download the UMD Guardian app through the Google Play store or the Apple App Store. You can create a virtual safety escort or you can text a tip to UMPD.
Safety Resources:
University of Maryland Police Department
Emergency Number 301-405-3333/ #3333 from a mobile phone/ 911
UMD Guardian (Mobile Campus Safety App)
Maryland-National Capital Park Police
Prince George’s County Division
Emergency: 911 or 301-459-3232/ Non-Emergency 301-459-9088
UMD Police Walking Escort
Non-Emergency: 301-405-3555
NITE Ride
301-314-6483
http://www.transportation.umd.edu/niteride.html
Help Center (Peer Counseling & Crisis Intervention)
301-314-4357
Counseling Center
301-314-7651
CARE (Confidential Services for Sexual Assault/Harassment/Rape)
301-741-3442
http://www.health.umd.edu/care
Health Center
301-314-8180
Office of Civil Rights and Sexual Misconduct
UMD Alerts
Sent by email via UMD Alerts to UMD Students/Faculty/Staff
Sent by University of Maryland Police DepartmentUniversity of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
UMD ADVISORY: Severe Storms
A dangerous storm capable of producing wind gusts up to 70 mph and hail up to 1.75 inch in diameter is approaching campus. Seek shelter immediately and stay inside until the storm passes. Additional information will be provided when it becomes available from Accuweather.
Safety Resources:
University of Maryland Police
Emergency Number - 301-405-3333 / #3333 from a mobile phone / 911
Non-Emergency Number - 301-405-3555
UMD Guardian (Mobile Campus Safety App)
umpdnews.umd.edu/umdguardian
Prince George's County Police
911 from mobile phone
Non-Emergency Number - 301-352-1200
UMD Police Walking Escort/Non-Emergency:
301-405-3555
NITE Ride
301-314-6483
http://www.transportation.umd.edu/niteride.html
Help Center (Peer Counseling & Crisis Intervention)
301-314-4357
http://helpcenterumd.org
Counseling Center
301-314-7651
http://counseling.umd.edu/
CARE (Confidential Services for Sexual Assault/Harassment/Rape)
301-741-3442
http://www.health.umd.edu/care
Health Center
301-314-8180
http://www.health.umd.edu/
Office of Civil Rights & Sexual Misconduct (Title IX)
TitleIXcoordinator@umd.edu
ocrsm.umd.edu
UMD Alerts https://alert.umd.edu
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Sent by email and SMS (text) via UMD Alerts to UMD Students/Faculty/Staff
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
UMD Community Notice: Off-Campus Burglary
**Community Notice**
The purpose of this e-mail is to make you aware of an incident that occurred off-campus near the University of Maryland, College Park campus. The following is a synopsis of an incident reported to the Prince George's County Police Department.
INCIDENT: Off-Campus Burglary
OCCURRED: May 5, 2018/ Approximately 12:10 a.m.
LOCATION: 5000 block of Lakeland Road, College Park, MD
PGPD CASE #: 18-0026788
BRIEF DETAILS:
On May 5, 2018, at approximately 12:10 a.m., the Prince George’s County Police Department responded to the 5000 block of Lakeland Road for an off-campus burglary. A male UMD student reported to police that he heard a noise coming from a room that was unoccupied. The resident entered the unoccupied room and saw a male suspect leaving through a window with property.
The Prince George’s County Police Department responded is conducting an investigation. Individuals with any information regarding this incident or the possible identity of suspects are encouraged to contact police (911 or 301-352-1200).
Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477) or text "PGPD plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgpolice.org and submit a tip online. Email address is: pgcrimesolvers@co.pg.md.us.
Additional information, when made available by the Prince George's County Police, may be found on our website at http://universityofmarylandpolice.com/stats/safety_notices.cfm
When available for release, additional information, including updated descriptions of suspect, may be obtained by accessing the "UMD Safety Notice" portion of our web site: http://universityofmarylandpolice.com/stats/safety_notices.cfm and http://umpdnews.umd.edu/
Safety Tips:
The University of Maryland Police Department provides an escort service for anyone who feels unsafe when walking on or near campus. If you would like an escort, please call to request one at 301-405-3555 (off campus) / 53555 (on campus). You may also use a blue light emergency phone to call for an escort. The police escort service is available to community members at all times.
Make sure that you lock your doors and windows before you leave and when you are in for the night.
If you have a home security system, set it.
Make sure your residence has good exterior lighting.
Never enter your residence if you see that a door or window has been forced. Go to the nearest safe place and contact the local police immediately.
If you observe suspicious activity or behavior, contact the police immediately by calling #3333 from a mobile phone or 301-405-3333.
Stay alert and attuned to people and circumstances around you.
Trust your instincts. They are a natural gift that tells you when something is wrong.
See Something, Say Something!
Be Smart, Be Safe!
Download the UMD Guardian app through the Google Play store or the Apple App Store. You can create a virtual safety escort or you can text a tip to UMPD.
Safety Resources:
University of Maryland Police Department
Emergency Number 301-405-3333/ #3333 from a mobile phone/ 911
UMD Guardian (Mobile Campus Safety App)
Prince George's County Police Department
911 from mobile phone / 301-352-1200 (non-emergency) / 911
UMD Police Walking Escort
Non-Emergency: 301-405-3555
NITE Ride
301-314-6483
http://www.transportation.umd.edu/niteride.html
Help Center (Peer Counseling & Crisis Intervention)
301-314-4357
Counseling Center
301-314-7651
CARE (Confidential Services for Sexual Assault/Harassment/Rape)
301-741-3442
http://www.health.umd.edu/care
Health Center
301-314-8180
Office of Civil Rights and Sexual Misconduct
UMD Alerts
Sent by email via UMD Alerts to UMD Students/Faculty/Staff
Sent by University of Maryland Police DepartmentUniversity of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
UMD Alert Test
First Wednesday of each month at 11:55 a.m., the campus tests the UMD Alert Emergency Notification System, Alertus System and Early Warning Sirens. These are only tests.
In the event of an emergency, you will receive text and email notifications with information regarding the nature of the emergency and necessary protective actions.
UMD affiliates may edit their mobile device settings at alert.umd.edu.
Contact Information:
University of Maryland Police Emergency Number 301-405-3333/ #3333 from a mobile phone/ 911
Prince George's County Police
911 from mobile phone / 301-352-1200 (non-emergency) / 911
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
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