INCIDENT: Burglary
OCCURRED: November 9, 2019/ Approximately 4:00 a.m.
LOCATION: Bel Air Hall
UMPD CASE #: 2019-65693
BRIEF DETAILS:
On November 9, 2019, at approximately 5:07 a.m., the University of Maryland Police Department was notified of a burglary that occurred at approximately 4:00 a.m., at Bel Air Hall. A female UMD student reported to police that she was woken up by the sound of laughter. The student found a male, wearing a red flannel shirt, sleeping in her room. The student asked the male to leave and he left.
The University of Maryland Police Department, Criminal Investigations Unit is investigating this incident. 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 .
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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.
Make sure that you lock your doors and windows before you leave and when you are in for the night.
Stay alert and attuned to people and circumstances around you.
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Safety Resources:
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Prince George's County Police Department
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