Crime Alert
For Emergencies Phone
711 or 410 706-3333.
TTD/TTY: 410 706-3416
Non-Emergencies Phone
x6-6882 or 410 706-6882.
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(A non-university related incident mean that this incident that did not involve students, faculty or staff affiliated with the University of Maryland -The Founding Campus.)
On February 7th at approximately 1:30 PM police officers from the Baltimore Police Department responded to the McDonald's located at 425 W. Baltimore Street for a cutting.
The vicitm, a McDonald's employee, was cut with an unknown object by a suspect believed to be known to the victim. The victim was taken to Shock Trauma and treated for a non-life threatening injury. A cutting denotes a laceration type injury as opposed to a stabbing, which denotes a potentially more serious puncture wound type injury.
The Baltimore Police Department continues to investigate this incident. As we obtain more information we will keep the university informed.
CAMPUS RELATED
LOCATION: 600 Block West Lexington Street
On January 26, 2012 at approximately 7:44 PM, an armed robbery occurred in the 600 Block of West Lexington Street near Arch Street. The Baltimore Police Department and the University of Maryland Police Force responded to the scene. According to information from the scene, the suspect produced a handgun and robbed the victim before running away. The suspect could not be located and was last seen running away from the University of Maryland eastbound on Saratoga Street. The victim was not injured in this incident.
SUSPECT INFORMATION:
Suspect: Black male, medium complexion, 5' 8", 130 lbs, black mustache and facial hair, medium build, wearing a dark colored jacket with white writing and a hood.
This incident is being investigated by the UM Police Force with the assistance of the Baltimore Police Department.
- Travel in groups when possible.
- Travel in well lighted areas.
- Pay attention to your surroundings.
- Report any and ALL suspicious activity to the Police immediately.
- Use the Campus Police Escort Service.
- Pay attention to your surroundings.
- Don't put yourself in the position to become a victim.
Non-Fatal Shooting - Not Campus Related
Victims: Not affiliated with the University of Maryland
Suspect: Black Male, unknown age, wearing all black clothing and armed with an unknown caliber handgun
On today’s date, at approximately 3:54 PM the University Police received a report from the Baltimore Police Department that they are investigating a non-fatal shooting that occurred in the 800 Block of West Lexington Street at approximately 3:54 PM.
Two males who are not affiliated with UMB were shot with an unknown caliber handgun. The injuries appear to be non-life threatening.
Everyone is instructed to remain out of the area as the Baltimore Police Department is still working the scene. We will advise when the area is clear.
This information is being provided in an effort to ensure that the community is aware of the incident and our efforts to ensure the safety of the campus community. As a precaution, University police officers are deployed to the scene.
Safety Tips
- Remain away from the scene until you receive word that it is safe to return to the area.
- Pay attention to your surroundings at all times;
- Walk in groups and well lit areas;
- Utilize the campus escort services.
- If followed, head towards populated or open areas.
- Don’t allow texting or phone conversations to distract you from your surroundings.
Report any suspicious activity to the Police immediately.
RAPE - CAMPUS RELATED
LOCATION: 200 Block Pearl Street
Victim: Not affiliated with the University of Maryland
Suspect: White, Male, 40-50 years old, Blonde/Wavy hair, Mustache and armed with a knife
On December 5th, 2011 the University Police received a report from the Baltimore Police Department that they are investigating a rape that occurred in the 200 Block of Pearl Street on November 21, 2011 at approximately 4:00 PM. The Baltimore Police Department filed their report on December 1, 2011. The victim reported she got off a bus at the corner of Saratoga and Green Street and was approached by the suspect who forced her at knife point to the 200 Block Pearl Street and raped her.
This information is being provided in an effort to ensure that the community is aware of the incident and our efforts to ensure the safety of the campus community. As a precaution, we are stepping up patrols in the area and coordinating with the Baltimore Police Department in their investigation of this incident.
Safety Tips
- Pay attention to your surroundings at all times
- Walk in groups and well lit areas;
- Utilize the campus escort services.
- If followed, head towards populated or open areas.
- Don't allow texting or phone conversations to distract you from your surroundings.
- Report any suspicious activity to the Police immediately.
Summary Safety Tips
- 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.
