2014 Spring Break Safety Tips The University of Maryland Police Department kindly reminds our UMD Community that being proactive in safety and security is essential. You might be on vacation, but safety and security never takes a vacation. Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with the below listed safety tips and information. Protecting your residence while you’re away:

The University of Maryland Police Department, Criminal Investigations Unit is calling on the help of the UMD community regarding a 4th Degree Sex Offense (Unlawful Touching) that occurred inside Marie Mount Hall, between the 1st level stairs and the next level, on Monday, March 10th, 2014, at approximately 3:30 in the afternoon.

The University of Maryland Police Department, Criminal Investigations Unit is seeking the assistance of the UMD community regarding the Robbery by Force (No Weapons) that occurred on March 9th, 2014, at approximately 1:16 a.m. Any individual(s) that were in the area of Susquehanna Hall around that time, if you have any information regarding this incident, you are encouraged to call police at 301-405-3555 and ask to speak with a detective. You may also email any information to investigations@umpd.umd.edu

The University of Maryland Police Department thanks the following departments and organizations who helped out on short notice and assisted in rebuilding the bonfire on Friday, February 14th, 2014. Members of the University of Maryland Dining Services The University of Maryland Golf Course Members of the University of Maryland Police Department Members of Clark Construction Group Members of Capital Projects

College Park, MD - On February 12th, 2014, the University of Maryland Police Department received phone calls from several members of the Ellicott Community for a suspicious male inside Ellicott Hall, who reportedly unlawfully entered resident rooms. Officers were alerted by a student, who pointed out the male exiting the building. Officers attempted to stop the male, who then fled on foot, but was quickly apprehended by officers. A witness was able to confirm that the male was the person that had unlawfully entered their room.

In light of the recent incidents that have occurred at three residence halls on campus, the University of Maryland Police Department is providing additional safety information to our residents. Our officers have increased their patrols in the area and are engaging with our residents about the importance of securing your residence, personal property, and other safety tips. We are asking for the help of all our residents in this matter of safety and security.