04/23/18 UMD Safety Notice

April 23, 2018

INCIDENT: 4^th Degree Sex Offense (Unlawful Touching)

OCCURRED: April 23, 2018/ Approximately 3:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Sidewalk in front of Main Administration

UMPD CASE #: 2018-24944

BRIEF DETAILS:

On April 23, 2018 at approximately 4:57 p.m., the University of Maryland Police Department was notified of a 4^th degree sex offense (unlawful touching). Earlier today at approximately 3:30 p.m., a female UMD student told police that a male unlawfully touched her in front of the Main Administration building. After the incident occurred, the male walked towards McKeldin Library.

The male suspect is described as an African American male, approximately 5’10”, at least 35 years old, with a beard, wearing a light colored long sleeve shirt, blue jeans, and a hat. An initial video review of cameras in the area of the incident corroborated the description that was provided by the female student.

Individuals with any information regarding this incident are encouraged to contact police at 301-405-3555. Individuals wishing to remain anonymous may email http://www.umpd.umd.edu/contact/anonymous_tip.cfm .

The University of Maryland Police Department, Criminal Investigations Unit is conducting an investigation.
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Safety Tips:

The University of Maryland Police Department provides a walking escort service for anyone who feels unsafe when walking on or near campus. If you would like a walking escort, please call to request one at 301-405-3555. You may also use a blue light emergency phone to call for an escort.

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.

If you observe suspicious activity or behavior, contact the police immediately by calling #3333 from a mobile phone or 301-405-3333.

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

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