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Communication November 10, 2023

Dear Â鶹ÊÓƵ Community, 

We wanted to make you aware that the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Police Department (Â鶹ÊÓƵPD) has been notified by the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) that they are currently investigating a robbery that occurred on Tuesday, November 7 at approximately 5 p.m. in the 3900 block of Nebraska Ave. NW. 

If you witness suspicious activity, please call the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Police Department at (202) 885-3636 or 911 for the Metropolitan Police Department if you are off campus. 

General Safety Tips

  • Program the University Police Department number into your cell phone for emergencies: (202) 885-3636. Call 911 if you are off campus.  
  • ¶Ù´Ç·É²Ô±ô´Ç²¹»åÌý using your Â鶹ÊÓƵ username and password.
  • Be aware of your surroundings.
  • Use lighted walkways and thoroughfares.
  • Travel in groups at night whenever possible, especially when walking.
  • Identify safe havens along your paths of travel where you can seek shelter, if needed.
  • Use the Â鶹ÊÓƵ shuttle service whenever possible.

Additionally, the University Police provides escorts, twenty-four hours a day/seven days a week, for community members to and from university-owned property. To arrange an escort, call (202) 885-2527 or use a blue light or red emergency phone. Sincerely, Phil Morse Assistant Vice President, University Police & Emergency Management