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UMD Advisory: Follow-Up from Today's Suspicious Package Incident
At approximately 9:16 a.m., a male (unaffiliated) walked into the Pocomoke Building (UMPD Police Station) with an old military artillery shell. An officer took the shell and placed it outside of the Pocomoke Building and the building was evacuated as a precaution.
The Prince George’s County Fire Department, Bomb Squad was notified to respond for further evaluation of the shell. Baltimore Avenue between Rossborough Lane and College Avenue was closed to traffic and pedestrians were directed to go around the building. PGFD Bomb Squad arrived, and it was determined to close off more roadways and evacuate buildings nearby the Pocomoke Building as a preauction. After further investigation, it was determined that the shell was safe and not a threat. The roadways were reopened, and officers cleared the scene.
Thank you to our colleagues at The Office of the Fire Marshal at UMD and the Prince George’s County Fire Department, Bomb Squad for their help.
If you find an artillery shell and you are not sure if it is live or not, call 911 for further instructions.
Safety Resources:
University of Maryland Police Department
Emergency Number 301-405-3333/ 911
Non-Emergency Number 301-405-3555
Prince George's County Police Department
911 / 301-352-1200 (non-emergency)
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
Campus Advocates Respond and Educate to Stop Violence (CARE)
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 Safety Notice 04/28/2022
INCIDENT: Indecent Exposure
OCCURRED: April 27, 2022 (Wednesday)/ Approximately 9:57 p.m.
LOCATION: Exterior of Allegany Hall, College Park, Maryland
UMPD CASE NUMBER: 2022-30126
BRIEF DETAILS:
On April 27, 2022, at approximately 9:57 p.m., the University of Maryland Police Department was notified of an indecent exposure that occurred outside of Allegany Hall.
Two female students were walking towards Allegany Hall, when they saw a male near the steps of the building, exposing himself. The students left the area and called police.
The suspect is described as a white male, with blonde hair, approximately six-feet tall, wearing a black leather jacket, dark pants and had a black backpack.
The University of Maryland Police Department, Criminal Investigations Unit is investigating this incident.
Anyone with information about this incident, or the possible identity of the suspect are encouraged to call us 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:
If you observe suspicious activity or behavior, contact the police immediately by calling 911 or 301-405-3333 or via the UMD Guardian app.
Trust your instincts. They are a natural gift that tells you when something is wrong.
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/ 911
Non-Emergency Number 301-405-3555
Prince George's County Police Department
911 / 301-352-1200 (non-emergency)
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
Campus Advocates Respond and Educate to Stop Violence (CARE)
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 Safety Notice 04/26/2022
INCIDENT: Voyeur Incident
OCCURRED: April 25, 2022 (Monday)/ Approximately 11 p.m.
LOCATION: 4300 block of Rowalt Drive, College Park, Maryland
UMPD CASE #: 2022-29646
BRIEF DETAILS:
On April 25, 2022, at approximately 11 p.m., the University of Maryland Police Department responded to a report of a voyeur incident. A male student reported to police that he saw a male outside of his residence’s window, looking in. Once the suspect saw the victim, the suspect ran towards Baltimore Avenue.
Our Criminal Investigations Unit is investigating this incident. Anyone with information regarding this incident, or the possible identity of suspect, is encouraged to contact us.
Please call us at 301-405-3555 or you can email investigations@umpd.umd.edu . Individuals wishing to remain anonymous, may submit a tip at http://www.umpd.umd.edu/contact/submit_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 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 / 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
Campus Advocates Respond and Educate to Stop Violence (CARE)
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
Sent by University of Maryland Police Department
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
UMD Community Notice 04/24/2022
22nd National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
UPDATE: Thank you for participating in DEA's Nation Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
On Saturday, April 30, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the University of Maryland Police Department in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration is participating in the 22nd National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. During this event, members of the community can safely dispose of their unwanted, unused and/or expired prescription drugs at the Pocomoke Building (7965 Baltimore Avenue, College Park, MD). This service is free and anonymous. No questions asked.
Collection sites will accept tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs. Liquids (including intravenous solutions), syringes and other sharps, and illicit drugs will not be accepted. DEA will accept vaping devices and cartridges provided lithium batteries are removed.
If you will not be in the College Park area on this day, please visit https://takebackday.dea.gov/ to find a collection site near you.
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UMD Safety Notice 04/10/2022
UMPD Press Release 04/04/2022
UPDATE: The suspect has been identified. Arrest has been made and more information will be released soon.
UMD Community Notice 03/23/2022
**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: March 18, 2022 (Friday)/ Between 2 a.m. and 1 p.m.
LOCATION: 4300 block of Hartwick Road, College Park, Maryland
PGPD CASE NUMBER: 22-1395
BRIEF DETAILS:
On March 22, 2022, at approximately 9:55 p.m., the University of Maryland Police Department was notified by the Prince George’s County Police Department about an off-campus burglary that occurred in the 4300 block of Hartwick Road, College Park, Maryland.
Residents reported to police that on March 18, 2022, between 2 a.m. and 1 p.m., property was taken out of their residence. The Prince George’s County Police Department is conducting an investigation.
Individuals with any information regarding this incident or the possible identity of suspect(s) 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(s), 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 open. Go to the nearest safe place and contact the police immediately.
Don’t leave valuables within window view and use blinds and drapes for privacy.
Store and secure any loose items that might be in the yard, including ladders, tools, bicycles, scooters, etc.
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.
See Something, Say Something!
Be Smart, Be Safe!
Safety Resources:
University of Maryland Police Department
Emergency Number 301-405-3333/ 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
Campus Advocates Respond and Educate to Stop Violence (CARE)
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
Sent by University of Maryland Police Department
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
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