INCIDENT: Suspicious Activity
OCCURRED: February 17, 2025/ Approximately 2:22 a.m.
LOCATION: Eastbound University Boulevard before Metzerott Road, College Park, Maryland
UMPD CASE #: 2025-36749
BRIEF DETAILS:
On February 17, 2025, at approximately 2:22 a.m., the University of Maryland Police Department (UMPD) responded to the area of eastbound University Boulevard before Metzerott Road for the sound of gunfire.
Police arrived on scene and searched the area. Two empty shell casings were found in the roadway, not far from the speed camera. A Student Police Aide assigned to the gate house at Paint Branch Drive confirmed with police that they head the sound of gunfire. Officers continued to search the area, but did not find anything further.
At this time, there have been no reported injuries or damage by gunfire reported. Initial investigation indicates that the intended target of the shots was the speed camera. The shell casings were collected and submitted for evidence.
Officers will continue to patrol the area. If you observe suspicious activity or behavior, contact the police immediately by calling 911 or 301-405-3333.
The University of Maryland Police Department is investigating this incident.
Anyone with any information regarding this incident and/or the possible identity of the suspect(s), are encouraged to contact police at 301-405-3555. Individuals wishing to remain anonymous may email https://www.umpd.umd.edu/contact/submit_tip.cfm
When available for release, additional information, including updated description of suspect(s) may be obtained by accessing the "UMD Safety Notice" portion of our web site: https://www.umpd.umd.edu/stats/safety_notices.cfm and https://umpdnews.umd.edu/
Safety Tips:
The University of Maryland Police Department provides a walking escort service for anyone 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.
If you observe suspicious activity or behavior, contact the police immediately by calling 911 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!
Safety Resources:
University of Maryland Police Department
Emergency Number - 301-405-3333 / #3333 from a mobile phone (AT&T and Verizon Wireless) / 911
Non-Emergency Number - 301-405-3555
Prince George's County Police Department
Emergency Number - 911
Non-Emergency Number - 301-352-1200
Office of Emergency Management and Business Continuity
https://prepare.umd.edu/ for quick access to phone numbers and emergency guide
UMD Guardian (Mobile Campus Safety App)
https://umpdnews.umd.edu/download-umd-guardian-app-today
UMD Police Walking Escort
301-405-3555
NITE Ride
301-314-3687
https://transportation.umd.edu/shuttle-um/nite-ride
ADA/504 Coordinator
301-405-2841
https://accessibility.umd.edu/
Bias Incident Support Services
301-405-0980