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  • UMD Advisory: E-Scooter Thefts

    Dear campus community, Theft is the most reported crime on our campus. However, we have seen have seen a rapid increase of theft, specifically, theft of e-scooters. Since September 1, 2024, we have received over 70 reports of e-scooter thefts, across different parts of campus. E-scooters are portable, lightweight, and easy to use, making them very popular among our community. E-scooters are also appealing to others who are looking to take advantage of an…

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  • UMD COMMUNITY ALERT: Last Update

    This is the last message for the off-campus armed carjacking that occurred at the College Park Metro parking garage. No injuries were reported. Metro Transit Police are continuing to investigate. Officers will continue to patrol the area. If you see something, say something.

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  • UMD COMMUNITY ALERT: Off-Campus Armed Carjacking

    An armed carjacking reported inside the College Park Metro parking garage by River Road. Stay away from the area. More information to follow when available.

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  • UMD COMMUNITY ALERT: Off-Campus Armed Carjacking UPDATE

    Police are on scene. Two men wearing masks, one armed with a gun, approached the victim and demanded his vehicle. The victim complied and the suspects left the scene in the victim's vehicle. Stay away from the area. More information to follow when available.

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  • 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…

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  • The UMD Annual Security Report (ASR) and Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) are Available

    Dear campus community, The 2024 Annual Security Report (ASR) and Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) are available for your review. The ASR provides safety and security resources and information to current and prospective students and their parents, as well as to faculty and staff members. Statistics comparing crime over the previous three years are outlined in the report. The ASR is a part of the effort to ensure that this collaborative endeavor is effective and is…

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