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UMD ALERT: Off-Campus Robbery (Weapon Displayed)

Submitted by UMPD on Sat, 06/10/2017 - 02:52

UMD ALERT: Off-Campus Robbery (Weapon Displayed)

A robbery has been reported off campus at 7100 block of Baltimore Ave . Silver handgun was displayed. Suspects left in a white Honda, last seen south bound on Baltimore Ave, occupied by two males. 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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University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742

UMD Alert Test

Submitted by UMPD on Wed, 06/07/2017 - 11:56

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

Sent by University of Maryland Police Department
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742

UMD ALERT: FINAL UPDATE Off-campus armed robbery ALL CLEAR

Submitted by UMPD on Wed, 05/24/2017 - 17:15

UMD ALERT: FINAL UPDATE Off-campus armed robbery ALL CLEAR

Officers have cleared the scene. It is believed that the suspect has left the area. PG Park Police 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

Sent by University of Maryland Police Department
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742

UMD ALERT: UPDATE Off-campus armed robbery

Submitted by UMPD on Wed, 05/24/2017 - 17:07

UMD ALERT: UPDATE Off-campus armed robbery

PGPD and UMPD are on scene searching for suspect. Last seen heading towards Lake Artemesia. Stay away from the area. Additional information will be provided when it becomes available.

Safety Resources:
University of Maryland Police
Emergency Number - 301-405-3333 / #3333 from a mobile phone / 911
Non-Emergency Number - 301-405-3555

Sent by University of Maryland Police Department
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742

UMD ALERT: UPDATE Off-campus armed robbery

Submitted by UMPD on Wed, 05/24/2017 - 17:02

UMD ALERT: UPDATE Off-campus armed robbery

Incident occurred at appox 4pm. Was reported to UMPD at appox 434 pm. Suspect described as Hispanic male, appox 21-22 years old, appox 5'10", with long hair in a pony tail. Wearing a white t-shirt, black pants, carrying a knife.

Safety Resources:
University of Maryland Police
Emergency Number - 301-405-3333 / #3333 from a mobile phone / 911
Non-Emergency Number - 301-405-3555

Sent by University of Maryland Police Department
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742

UMD ALERT: Off-campus armed robbery

Submitted by UMPD on Wed, 05/24/2017 - 16:58

UMD ALERT: Off-campus armed robbery

An off-campus armed robbery has been reported in the area of Rhode Island Ave and Pierce Ave. Suspect not in custody. Be alert. Stay away from area. Additional information will be provided when it becomes available.

Safety Resources:
University of Maryland Police
Emergency Number - 301-405-3333 / #3333 from a mobile phone / 911
Non-Emergency Number - 301-405-3555

Sent by University of Maryland Police Department
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742

UMD Safety Notice - Off-Campus Burglary

Submitted by UMPD on Wed, 05/24/2017 - 09:05

UMD Safety Notice - Off-Campus Burglary

The purpose of this UMD Safety Notice 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 24, 2017 / Approximately 4:45 a.m.

LOCATION: 4500 Block of Hartwick Road, College Park, MD

PGPD CASE #: PP17052400000381

On May 24, 2017, at approximately 5:30 a.m., the University of Maryland Police Department was notified by the Prince George's County Police Department of an off-campus burglary that occurred in the 4500 block of Hartwick Road. At approximately 4:45 a.m., a male resident was sleeping when his bedroom door opened and the light was turned on by the suspect. The resident yelled and the suspect left.

The Prince George's County Police Department 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!

Safety Resources:

University of Maryland Police Department

Emergency Number 301-405-3333/ #3333 from a mobile phone/ 911

UMD Guardian (Mobile Campus Safety App)

umpdnews.umd.edu/umdguardian

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

https://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 and Sexual Misconduct

TitleIXcoordinator@umd.edu

ocrsm.umd.edu

UMD SOS App

http://apps.reslife.umd.edu/SOS/

UMD Alerts

https://alert.umd.edu

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University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742

UMD Safety Notice - Homicide

Submitted by UMPD on Sat, 05/20/2017 - 10:19

UMD Safety Notice - Homicide

INCIDENT: Homicide

OCCURRED: May 20, 2017/ Approximately 3:03 a.m.

LOCATION: Regents Drive near Montgomery Hall Bus Stop

UMPD CASE #: 2017-31027

BRIEF DETAILS:

On Saturday, May 20, 2017, at approximately 3:05 a.m., the University of Maryland Police Department was notified of an assault with a knife on Regents Drive near Montgomery Hall. Officers immediately responded to the area and located the male victim on the sidewalk suffering from serious injuries. Officers provided medical assistance until paramedics arrived. The victim was taken to a local hospital where he was later pronounced deceased by medical staff.

Prince George’s County Police stopped an individual on Regents Drive near Montgomery Hall. Witnesses positively identified the individual as the male who assaulted the victim. The male was taken into UMPD custody where charges are pending.

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

When available for release, additional information, 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/home

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.

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!

Safety Resources: