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UMD Safety Notice 06/12/2021
INCIDENT: Multiple Thefts from Autos
OCCURRED: Between June 11, 2021, at approximately 3 p.m., and June 12, 2021, at approximately 8:30 a.m.
LOCATIONS: Parking Lot 12A (Tulane Drive/Graduate Hills Apartments) & the Parking Lot of the Cypress Building (8320 Baltimore Avenue), College Park, Maryland
UMPD CASE NUMBERS: 2021-44989 & 2021-44997
BRIEF DETAILS:
On June 12, 2021, at approximately 9:27 a.m., the University of Maryland Police Department received multiple reports of thefts from autos. A total of 10 vehicles were involved.
Five vehicles were parked in parking lot 12A. One of the five vehicles had its tires and rims stolen. Each of the remaining four vehicles had its driver side window shattered and its steering wheel airbag stolen.
The remaining five vehicles were parked in the parking lot of the Cypress Building. All five vehicles had their driver side windows shattered and their steering wheel airbags stolen.
The nine vehicles that had their driver side windows shattered and their steering wheel airbags stolen are Honda Civics, model years ranging between 2016 and 2021. The vehicle with the stolen tires and rims is a 2021 Toyota Camry.
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:
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.
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.
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
UMD Alerts
Sent by email via UMD Alerts to UMD Students/Faculty/Staff
UMD Community Notice 05/26/2021
**Community Notice**
The purpose of this e-mail 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: Between May 24, 2021, at approximately 4:30 p.m., and May 25, 2021, at
approximately 6:50 a.m.
LOCATION: 4600 block of Calvert Road, College Park, Maryland
PGPD CASE #: 21-0023105
BRIEF DETAILS:
On May 26, 2021, at approximately 9:18 a.m., the University of Maryland Police Department was notified of an off-campus burglary that occurred in the 4600 block of Calvert Road, College Park, Maryland. The incident was reported to the Prince George’s County Police Department on May 25, 2021, at approximately 7:34 a.m.
The male resident reported to police that between May 24, at approximately 4:30 p.m., and May 25, 2021, at approximately 6:50 a.m. property was stolen out his residence.
The Prince George's County Police Department is investigating this incident.
Individuals with any information regarding this incident or the possible identity of suspect are encouraged to contact the Prince George’s County Police Department (911 or 301-352-1200).
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 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.
Make sure that you lock your doors and windows before you leave and when you are in for the night.
If your residence has a home security system, make sure to set it.
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.
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:
University of Maryland Police Department
Emergency Number 301-405-3333/ #3333 from a mobile phone/ 911
UMD Guardian (Mobile Campus Safety App)
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.
Prince George's County Police Department
911 from mobile phone / 301-352-1200 (non-emergency) / 911
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
301-405-1142
UMD Alerts
Sent by email via UMD Alerts to UMD Students/Faculty/Staff
UMD Community Alert 05/22/2021
A UMD Community Alert was issued this evening for the report of gun shots fired off-campus. Below is information that was sent out to the campus community.
Report of gun shots fired in the 4700 block of Berwyn House Road (east of Baltimore Avenue). PGPD and UMPD are on scene. Stay away from the area. More information to follow when available.
This is the last message for the report of gun shots fired that occurred in the 4700 block of Berwyn House Road (east of Baltimore Avenue). Suspect(s) are believed to no longer be in the area. There have been no report of injuries. PGPD and UMPD will continue to patrol the area. If you see suspicious activity, report it to police immediately.
To learn more about UMD Alerts, visit https://alert.umd.edu/ .
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UMD Safety Notice 04/26/2021
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
UMD Alerts
Sent by email via UMD Alerts to UMD Students/Faculty/Staff
UMD Community Notice 04/26/2021
**Community Notice**
The purpose of this e-mail 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 Residential Robbery (with a weapon)
OCCURRED: April 25, 2021, at approximately 8:34 p.m.
LOCATION: 4800 block of Berwyn House Road, College Park, Maryland
PGPD CASE #: 21-0018293
BRIEF DETAILS:
On April 26, 2021, at approximately 8:36 a.m., UMPD was notified of an off-campus residential robbery (with a weapon) that occurred in the 4800 block of Berwyn House Road, College Park, Maryland. The incident was reported to the Prince George’s County Police Department on April 25, 2021, at approximately 8:34 p.m.
A female resident reported to police that she and her friend were waiting on two males to come over to the residence. The males arrived and were invited in. Once inside the residence, one male displayed a handgun and demanded property while the second male took the victim’s property. Both suspects then left the residence in an unknown direction. It is believed that this was a targeted incident.
The Prince George's County Police Department is investigating this case.
Individuals with any information regarding this incident or the possible identity of suspect are encouraged to contact the Prince George’s County Police Department (911 or 301-352-1200).
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 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!
Safety Resources:
University of Maryland Police Department
Emergency Number 301-405-3333/ #3333 from a mobile phone/ 911
UMD Guardian (Mobile Campus Safety App)
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.
Prince George's County Police Department
911 from mobile phone / 301-352-1200 (non-emergency) / 911
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
301-405-1142
UMD Alerts
Sent by email via UMD Alerts to UMD Students/Faculty/Staff
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