Skip To Main Content
Site Name Here
MenuSearchA-ZSeven Schools One UniversitySeven Schools One University

Menu

  • Give
  • Apply
  • Visit
Close Menu
About
  • Administrative Offices
  • Campus Maps
  • Core Values
  • Fast Facts
  • Travel and International Services
  • Other USM Schools
  • Policies and Procedures
  • Strategic Plan
  • Sustainability
  • Middle States
  • MPowering the State
  • News
  • University Leadership
  • UMB Experts Guide
Academics
  • Academic Calendar
  • Academy of Lifelong Learning
  • Blackboard
  • Libraries
  • Office of the Provost
  • SURFS
  • UMB Program Explorer
Admissions
  • Financial Aid
  • International Students
  • Military and Veterans
  • Office of the Registrar
Research
  • Breakthroughs Can’t Wait
  • Offices and Contacts
  • Resources for Investigators
  • Services for Investigators
  • UMB Research Profile
University Life
  • Arts and Culture
  • Bookstore
  • Emergency
  • Housing
  • Museums
  • Parking and Transportation Services
  • Rooms Available on Campus
  • SMC Campus Center
  • Student Organizations
  • Student Policies
  • URecFit and Wellness
  • UMB shuttle
  • Welcome to Baltimore
  • One Card
Info For
  • Current Students
  • Faculty and Staff
  • Alumni and Donors
  • Community Members
Resources
  • The Elm
  • Calendar
  • myUMB
  • Directory
  • Blackboard
  • SURFS
  • Emergency
  • UMB Shuttle
Seven Schools One University

Search

Close Menu
Common Searched Terms
  • Graduation 2025
  • Campus Tour
  • Jobs at UMB
  • Parking
  • Tuition Remission
  • Registrar
  • Qualtrics
  • Human Resources
  • URecFit and Wellness
  • Tuition
  • Help Desk

A–Z

Close Menu
    Police and Public Safety
    A Division of Administration and Finance

    Letters from the Chief 2021-2022

    1. UMB Home
    2. About UMB
    3. Administrative Offices
    4. Police and Public Safety
    5. Community Outreach
    6. Letters from the Chief to the Community
    7. Letters from the Chief 2021-2022
    • UMB HomeAbout UMBAdministrative OfficesPolice and Public SafetyCommunity OutreachLetters from the Chief to the CommunityLetters from the Chief 2021-2022

    Update from UMBPD on Aug. 19 Incident

    Dear UMB Community:

    I am now in my second week as chief of the University of Maryland, Baltimore Police Department (UMBPD). As part of my commitment to safety at UMB, I am pleased to announce that the person we believe is responsible for the Aug. 19 armed assaults and robberies in the Pratt Street and Plaza garages has been arrested. After conducting an investigation, UMBPD police officers found strong evidence that the crime was carried out by someone with inside knowledge of the organization. This was not a random crime. I want to thank UMBPD and our partners at the Baltimore Police Department for their work on this case.

    I have heard from many of you, and I understand how concerning it can be to receive a UMB Alert when a crime occurs. It is my commitment to be completely transparent. Sending these alerts ensures that our whole community is informed, aware, and can take action to protect themselves. Despite the perception about crime at UMB, the University has seen a 32 percent reduction in crime compared to 2019, when on-campus density was at similar levels. We are committed to reducing crime and ensuring the safety of our UMB community. 

    I also want to take a moment to refresh some safety tips and resources offered by UMBPD:

    • Be aware of your surroundings: This is our TOP tip! 
    • Avoid distractions such as phone calls, music, headphones, and emails. 
    • Walk along major well-lit roadways and avoid alleys. 
    • If possible, walk in a group. 
    • If you ever feel unsafe, go inside a building and tell a security officer. 
    • Safe Ride: Safe Ride is available 7 a.m. to 1 a.m., 7 days a week. Request a Safe Ride through the Mobile UMB app or by calling 410-706-6882. Average wait time for a Safe Ride is eight to 10 minutes. 
    • Safe Walk: Safe Walk is available 24/7 within UMB’s campus. Call 410-706-6882 to request a Safe Walk.
    • Safety Cards: These small cards include important emergency information and phone numbers. Print your own or pick one up from a security desk or security officer on patrol.
    • Sign up for training: R.A.D. Self-Defense Training for Women will be offered Nov. 2 to Dec. 9. Learn more and sign up for training. 
    • If you see something, say something! Our police and security officers can be easily found throughout campus. Security officers wear a red shirt and a yellow reflective “Security” vest. Police officers wear a black uniform and vest. Our police communications operators are available 24/7 by calling 410-706-6882 or by using any of UMB’s 31 blue light phones. In an emergency, always call 911!

    I will continue to work every day to ensure the safety of our UMB community as you live, work, and learn at our beautiful University. 

    Sincerely,

    Thomas Leone, MSL
    UMB Chief of Police


    • Back to Letters from the Chief 2021-2022

    Contact

    UMB Police and Public Safety

    214 N. Pine St.
    Baltimore, MD 21201

    Facebook X instagram

    Emergencies: 911

    Non-Emergencies: 410-706-6882

    Safe Walk/Safe Ride: 410-706-6882

    TTD/TTY: 410-706-3416

    Top Links

    Work at UMB Public Safety Building Access System Public Safety Newsletters Comfort K9 Active Assailant Preparedness
    University of Maryland Baltimore

    The University of Maryland, Baltimore is the founding campus of the University System of Maryland.

    620 W. Lexington St., Baltimore, MD
    21201 | 410-706-3100

    • The Elm
    • Calendar
    • Emergency
    • Mobile UMB
    • UMB Shuttle
    • myUMB
    • Directory
    • IT Help Desk
    • Facilities Work Request
    • Jobs
    • Middle States
    • Strategic Plan
    • Sustainability
    • Clery Report
    • UMB Hotline
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Instagram
    • LinkedIn
    • YouTube
    The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination.
    © 2024-2025 University of Maryland, Baltimore. All rights reserved.
    • Privacy Policy
    • Web Accessibility
    • Web Feedback
    • Non-Discrimination