UMD Alert
Active UMD Alerts
UMD Alert Test
First Wednesday of each month at 11:55 a.m., the campus tests the UMD Alert Emergency Notification System, Alertus System and Early Warning Sirens. These are only tests.
In the event of an emergency, you will receive text and email notifications with information regarding the nature of the emergency and necessary protective actions.
UMD affiliates may edit their mobile device settings at alert.umd.edu.
Contact Information:
University of Maryland Police
Emergency Number 301-405-3333/ #3333 from a mobile phone/ 911
Prince George's County Police
911 from mobile phone / 301-352-1200 (non-emergency) / 911
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
UMD Advisory – UMPD Criminal Investigation, Charges Obtained
The
purpose of this UMD Advisory is to inform you of a hate bias incident that was
reclassified to a hate crime by means of electronic communication harassment. A
suspect has been identified and charged accordingly. Please see below for
details.
UMPD CASE #: 2019-73744
DETAILS:
On December 12, 2019, at approximately 11:30 a.m., UMPD was notified of a hate bias incident that occurred on December 10, 2019, at approximately 8:18 p.m. A female UMD student reported to police that while at McKeldin Library, she received anti-Semitic messages on her cell phone from a person she did not know.
A detective was assigned to investigate this incident. Through investigative means, our detective was able to identify the suspect (UMD student), who sent multiple messages to the victim because of her religious beliefs.
On February 24, 2020, our detective applied for and received an arrest warrant for the suspect. The male, Muqarrab Ahmed Abdullah, 24 year old from La Plata, Maryland, is charged with the following:
CR 3-805 ((b)(1)) Electronic Communication Harassment
CR 3-804 ((a)(2)) Telephone Misuse: Repeat Calls
CR 10-304 (1) Race/Religion Crime: Person/Group
- Electronic Communication Harassment against the victim because of the victim’s religious beliefs.
On Thursday, February 27, 2020, the Charles County Sheriff’s Office served the arrest warrant.
To view the press release, click here.
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UMD Advisory - Transportation Safety Tips
Dear Campus Community,
As you know, we are a bustling campus with many modes of transportation. Over the years and in partnership with the Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) and our own Department of Transportation Services (DOTS), there have been many new measures implemented that have improved the safety of all those in our campus community.
And as a reminder, when you are traveling on and around campus you should Walk Smart, Bike Smart, Drive Smart and Scoot Smart.
Tips for Drivers:
- Stay alert and give driving your full attention
- Show courtesy to other drivers, pedestrians and cyclists
UMD Advisory - Power Outage Reported
Many buildings on campus experienced a power outage early this morning. Facilities Management crews have been working on location to restore service. Some buildings on South Campus are still without electricity, however we expect power to be restored soon. back-up generators for necessary research labs are functioning properly. Resident Life service desks are available to assist residents. Please call UMPD if you need immediate assistance at 911 (Emergency) or 301-405-3555 (Non-Emergency). If you have any questions, please contact the Facilities Management Customer Support Center at fmcrc@umd.edu or 301-405-2222.
Safety
Resources:
University of Maryland
Police
Emergency Number - 301-405-3333 / #3333 from a mobile phone / 911
Non-Emergency Number - 301-405-3555
UMD Guardian (Mobile Campus Safety App)
umpdnews.umd.edu/umdguardian
Prince George's County
Police
911 from mobile phone
Non-Emergency Number - 301-352-1200
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
http://helpcenterumd.org
Counseling Center
301-314-7651
http://counseling.umd.edu/
CARE (Confidential
Services for Sexual Assault/Harassment/Rape)
301-741-3442
http://www.health.umd.edu/care
Health Center
301-314-8180
http://www.health.umd.edu/
Office of Civil Rights & Sexual Misconduct (OCRSM)
301-405-1142
TitleIXcoordinator@umd.edu
ocrsm.umd.edu
UMD Alerts https://alert.umd.edu
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to UMD Students/Faculty/Staff
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
UMD Advisory: Power Outage
Many buildings on campus experienced a power outage early this morning. Facilities Management crews have been working on location to restore service. Some buildings on South Campus are still without electricity, however we expect power to be restored soon. Back-up generators for necessary research labs are functioning properly. Resident Life service desks are available to assist residents. Please call UMPD if you need immediate assistance.
UMPD Emergency- 911 or #3333 from your cell phone / Non-Emergency 301-405-3555.
If you have any questions, please contact the Facilities Management Customer Support Center at fmcrc@umd.edu / 301-405-2222.
Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONEUMD Community Notice: Off-Campus Burglary
**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: February 15, 2020 / Approximately 12:01 a.m.
LOCATION: 8100 Block of Rhode Island Avenue, College Park, Maryland
PGPD CASE #: PP20021400002581
BRIEF DETAILS:
On February 15, 2020, at approximately 12:01 a.m., the University of Maryland Police Department was notified that the Prince George's County Police Department was responding to the 8100 block of Rhode Island Avenue near Lakeland Road for a burglary.
UMD Alert Test
First Wednesday of each month at 11:55 a.m., the campus tests the UMD Alert Emergency Notification System, Alertus System and Early Warning Sirens. These are only tests.
In the event of an emergency, you will receive text and email notifications with information regarding the nature of the emergency and necessary protective actions.
UMD affiliates may edit their mobile device settings at alert.umd.edu.
Contact Information:
University of Maryland Police
Emergency Number 301-405-3333/ #3333 from a mobile phone/ 911
Prince George's County Police
911 from mobile phone / 301-352-1200 (non-emergency) / 911
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
UMD Advisory: UMD Delayed Opening
The University of Maryland, College Park will open late at 10 a.m. today, Wednesday, January 8, 2020, due to inclement weather.
Safety
Resources:
University of Maryland
Police
Emergency Number - 301-405-3333 / #3333 from a mobile phone / 911
Non-Emergency Number - 301-405-3555
UMD Guardian (Mobile Campus Safety App)
umpdnews.umd.edu/umdguardian
Prince George's County
Police
911 from mobile phone
Non-Emergency Number - 301-352-1200
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
http://helpcenterumd.org
Counseling Center
301-314-7651
http://counseling.umd.edu/
CARE (Confidential
Services for Sexual Assault/Harassment/Rape)
301-741-3442
http://www.health.umd.edu/care
Health Center
301-314-8180
http://www.health.umd.edu/
Office of Civil Rights & Sexual Misconduct (OCRSM)
301-405-1142
TitleIXcoordinator@umd.edu
ocrsm.umd.edu
UMD Alerts https://alert.umd.edu
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to UMD Students/Faculty/Staff
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
UMD Community Notice: Off-Campus Attempted Robbery (Weapon Involved)
**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 Attempted Robbery (Weapon Involved)
OCCURRED: January 5, 2020 / Approximately 10:56 p.m.
LOCATION: Parking Garage at Yale Avenue and Knox Road, College Park, Maryland
PGPD CASE #: 20-0000967
BRIEF DETAILS:
On January 6, 2020, at approximately 10:15 a.m., the University of Maryland Police Department was notified of an off-campus attempted robbery (weapon involved) that was reported to the Prince George’s County Police Department (PGPD) on January 5, 2020, at approximately 10:56 p.m.
A male reported to PGPD that he was inside his vehicle, when a male approached his car. The suspect displayed a baseball bat and demanded the victim’s property. The victim refused and the suspect along with two other individuals left the area. No property was taken.
UMD Alert Test
First Wednesday of each month at 11:55 a.m., the campus tests the UMD Alert Emergency Notification System, Alertus System and Early Warning Sirens. These are only tests.
In the event of an emergency, you will receive text and email notifications with information regarding the nature of the emergency and necessary protective actions.
UMD affiliates may edit their mobile device settings at alert.umd.edu.
Contact Information:
University of Maryland Police
Emergency Number 301-405-3333/ #3333 from a mobile phone/ 911
Prince George's County Police
911 from mobile phone / 301-352-1200 (non-emergency) / 911
University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
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