UMD Community Text Alert 09/08/2024
UMD Community Text Alerts were sent overnight for an off-campus assault with a weapon. The incident occurred along Rhode Island Avenue, between Rossborough Lane and Norwich Road. To view the alerts, visit https://alert.umd.edu/alerts . UPDATE: Earlier this morning, the driver of the e-scooter contacted UMPD and provided information and context of the event. The Prince George’s County Police Department continues to investigate.
UMD Safety Notice 09/06/2024
UPDATE (October 17, 2024): Through investigation, the suspect involved in this incident was identified as juvenile male (13-year-old) and charged accordingly. Photos have been removed. UPDATE: Please see additional photos of the suspect above. INCIDENT: 4th Degree Sex Offense (Unlawful Touching) OCCURRED: September 6, 2024 (Friday)/ Approximately 11:03 a.m. LOCATION: 4600 block of College Avenue (near the intersection of Princeton Avenue and College Avenue), College Park, Maryland 20742
Background Investigator Information
University of Maryland Police Department Records Unit staff performs record checks for Background Investigators. To request a record check, provide a signed Release of Information form (with legible, printed name of applicant, date of birth, and social security number) and valid agency ID.
Hours for Background Investigator Walk-ins
Monday-Friday
9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
1:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Hate Crime & Hate Bias Incidents
In the State of Maryland, a hate crime is a crime, including a threat to commit a crime, committed because of another person’s or group’s perceived personal characteristic or group membership.