INCIDENT: Multiple Bicycle Thefts
OCCURRED: Between April 15 and April 25, 2021
LOCATION: 3400 block of Tulane Drive, College Park, Maryland
UMPD CASE #: 2021-31102, 31118, 31128, 31129, 32087, 32136, and 32223
BRIEF DETAILS:
Between April 22 and April 25, 2021, the University of Maryland Police Department received multiple reports of bicycle thefts. All of the incidents occurred in the 3400 block of Tulane Drive, on the University of Maryland campus. Bicycles were secured by either a “U” type of lock or cable lock.
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 .
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.
Consider in investing in a “U” type of lock to secure your bicycle.
Once you have secured your bicycle, give a quick pull on your lock to make sure it is locked.
If the wheel(s) to your bicycle are easy to remove, try placing the lock through the wheel and the frame to an immovable object.
BikeUMD offers quality bike safety gear at 25 – 50% off retail prices. Helmets, U-locks and bike light sets can be purchased at the DOTS office during business hours. These items can also be purchased at the RecWell Bike Shop.
Register your bicycle with DOTS for free at https://bikeindex.org/umd .
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
http://www.transportation.umd.edu/niteride.html
Help Center (Peer Counseling & Crisis Intervention)
301-314-4357
Counseling Center
301-314-7651
CARE Office (Free & Confidential resource for those impacted by Sexual & Relationship Violence)
301-741-3442
http://www.health.umd.edu/care
Health Center
301-314-8180
Office of Civil Rights and Sexual Misconduct (OCRSM)
301-405-1142
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