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UMD Alert: Intermittent Emergency and Non-Emergency Phone Call Quality Issues
Our region is experiencing intermittent phone quality issues. Specifically, our 911 call center is experiencing intermittent issues with incoming calls from cell phones and off-campus landlines. If you need police services (emergency or non emergency matters) please dial 911. We will update when the matter is resolved.
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 Safety Notice - Burglary/ 4th Degree Sex Offense (Unlawful Touching)
INCIDENT: Burglary/ 4th Degree Sex Offense (Unlawful Touching)
OCCURRED: January 27, 2019/ Approximately 6:30 a.m.
LOCATION: Elkton Hall
UMPD CASE #: 2019-4770
BRIEF DETAILS:
On January 27, 2019, at approximately 8:33 a.m., a female UMD student reported to police that a male who was not known to her entered her residence at Elkton Hall. During the incident, the male entered through an unlocked door and proceeded to get into bed with the woman. While doing so, the male made contact with the woman. The woman yelled at the male to leave and he eventually left. During the exchange, the male mentioned “OG Legend.” The male left the residence in an unknown direction. The University of Maryland Police Department, Criminal Investigations Unit is investigating this incident.
The male is described as a white male, medium height, heavy set, round face, brown eyes, short brown straight hair, and wearing only red/blue plaid shorts.
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 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
UMD ALERT: All Clear - Burglary
Officers located the vehicle involved and took the suspect into custody. When available for release, additional information pertaining to this incident can be found at www.umpdnews.umd.edu.
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 ALERT: Burglary
On January 18, 2018, at approximately 11:38 p.m., a burglary was reported at Fraternity Row #1. A resident heard a noise and went to a bathroom and found a white male with a beard attempting to enter through a window. The resident yelled and the suspect left the house. The suspect was seen with another male running towards a red PT Cruiser. Both males got into the vehicle and were observed leaving north on Baltimore Avenue towards Campus Drive. The vehicle's right side brake light is out.
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: UMD Closed
The University of Maryland, College Park will be closed, Monday, January 14, 2019, due to inclement weather.
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 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
UMD Safety Notice - 4th Degree Sex Offense (unlawful touching)
INCIDENT: 4th Degree Sex Offense (unlawful touching)
OCCURRED: December 17, 2018/ Approximately 12:09 p.m.
LOCATION: In front of 6 Fraternity Row
UMPD CASE #: 2018-72444
BRIEF DETAILS:
On December 17, 2018, at approximately 12:09 p.m., the University of Maryland Police Department was notified of a 4th degree sex offense (unlawful touching) that occurred in front of 6 Fraternity Row. A female UMD student reported to police that she was walking back to her residence when a male approached her near the Chapel and began to walk with her. During the walk, the male touched the woman inappropriately in a sexual manner. The student left the area and called police.
The student described the suspect as a male with an athletic build with a beard who was wearing a gray sweater with holes.
Officers searched the area but were unable to locate the male. A video review of the cameras in the area is underway.
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 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
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
UMD Safety Notice - Indecent Exposure
INCIDENT: Indecent
Exposure
OCCURRED: November 19, 2018/ Approximately 8:40 p.m.
LOCATION: Sixth Floor of McKeldin Library
UMPD CASE #: 2018-66261
BRIEF DETAILS:
On November 19, 2018, at approximately 9 p.m., the University of Maryland Police Department responded to McKeldin Library for an indecent exposure. A female UMD student reported to police that she was on the sixth floor when she saw a male who exposed himself. The female along with unknown bystanders chased the male down the stairs. Officers searched the area but were unable to locate the male. A video review of the cameras in the area is underway.
An image of the suspect can be viewed here.
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 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
COMMUNITY ALERT: All Clear for Off-Campus Armed Robbery
UMPD has cleared the scene of the off-campus armed robbery that occurred at Wake Forest and Guilford Avenue. Officers will continue to patrol the area. Suspects are not in custody. If you see something suspicious, call the police. PGPD 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
----------------------------------------------------------
Sent by email and SMS (text) via UMD Alerts
to UMD Students/Faculty/Staff
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
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