Crime Alert
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711 or 410 706-3333.
TTD/TTY: 410 706-3416
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x6-6882 or 410 706-6882.
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500 block of W. Lexington Street
CAMPUS RELATED
In compliance with the "Timely Notice" provisions of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998 the University Police are giving notice of a disturbing act that was reported to have occurred in the 500 block of W. Lexington Street.
On May 1, 2013, at approximately 0650 am, a female student was walking in the 500 block of W. Lexington Street when a young black male grabbed her arm and made an explicit sexual statement to her. The suspect then fled westbound on Lexington Street toward Martin Luther King Blvd. The student stated that the suspect walked with a “gait” (limp). The student was not injured. The Baltimore Police recently informed us that they have had similar incidents just south of the Campus in the Cross Street area near the bars and clubs.
Suspect: Black male, 17-20 years old, dark complexion, dark pants, green hoodie.
Assault/Attempt RobberySuspect # 1 - Juvenile Male wearing a Black Hoodie
Suspect # 2 - Juvenile Male Wearing a Blue Hoodie
Suspect # 3 - Juvenile Male Wearing a Gray Hoodiie
ASSAULT & ROBBERY (POSSIBLY ARMED)
CAMPUS RELATED
In compliance with the "Timely Notice" provisions of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998 the University Police are giving notice of an act of violence reported to have occurred in the 700 Block of West Pratt Street.
On March 23, 2013, at approximately 12:50 pm, a student was assaulted and robbed of his cell phone and back pack in the 700 block of W. Pratt Street. The suspect came up behind the victim and pushed something into his back and demanded his cell phone and back pack. After giving the suspect his property, the suspect ran south on Penn Street, away from campus. The victim was not injured.
SUSPECT: Black male, 6', long dredlocks, black hat, green sweat shirt, Jeans. May have been armed with an unknown weapon.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore Police Force, with the aid of the Baltimore Police Department are working together on this incident.
Safety Tips
- Report any and ALL suspicious activity to the Police immediately.
- Travel in groups when possible.
- Avoid contact with unknown and suspicious people.
- Utilize the Campus Shuttle & Public Transportation.
- USE the campus escort service.
- Be mindful of your surroundings and where to park
- Don't use your cell or I-phone while walking.
- Travel in well lighted areas.
- Use the Department of Public Safety’s escort service by calling ext. 6-6882 from a campus phone or 410-706-6882.
- Don't resist, "Give up your property-not your life".
- Report all crimes to the Police immediately.
- Utilize the Campus Shuttle and Public Transportation
- Park in Well Lit Areas, Utilize Campus Parking Facilities.
- Travel in groups when possible.
- Pay attention to your surroundings.
- Don't put yourself in the position to become a victim.
Anyone with information or having any knowledge of these incidents is asked to call the University Police Criminal Division at 410.706.3573.
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History
University of Maryland Police Department
The University of Maryland (UM) Police Department can trace its lineage back to 1948. During their early years, members were known as security officers. Their official designation was changed to police officers in 1975.
Initially, the jurisdiction of the UM Police Department extended only to the University owned buildings and grounds. In June of 1984, an agreement was signed with the Baltimore Police Department giving the UM Police Department concurrent jurisdiction within the University boundaries, including the streets and sidewalks. In June of 1993, because of the expanding campus, a new concurrent jurisdiction agreement was signed with the Baltimore Police Department that encompasses the current campus. This agreement gives the UM Police Department the same authority and power as those of the Baltimore Police Department.
The Force has 56 sworn officers who are supported by 78 security officers, 7 police communication officers, and an administrative staff of 12. Newly appointed police officers undergo 750 hours of rigorous police training and a minimum of 18 hours of in-service training which is mandated by the Maryland Police Training Commission.
It is the Department's mission to deliver quality crime control service that supports the University's mission of education, research, and service.
Pine Street Police Station
The Pine Street Police Station is located at 214 N. Pine Street and was built in 1878 as the new Western District Police Station that housed the Baltimore Police Department. It is now under the ownership of the University of Maryland, and the home of the University Police.
Community Outreach Police Station
Located on the south end of the campus at 700 West Pratt Street, the Community Outreach Police Station serves as an additional landmark where the community can report a crime, obtain emergency services, and get general information. The Safety Awareness and Victim/Witness Assistance Programs can be obtained from this building.
