UMPD saw significant increase in larceny-theft reports in 2023 after switch to new system
More incidents are counted under the new system, which leads to more transparency, UMPD spokesperson Lt. Rosanne Hoaas said.
UMPD saw surge in student transport to hospitals for mental health last year
There were 82 transports to hospitals as a result of an emergency psychiatric situation last year, according to Lt. Rosanne Hoaas.
Resorting to charging minors as adults in Maryland is counterproductive
Children are simply not equal to adults in terms of psychological development, leaving them more prone to peer pressure, poor decision-making and decreased impulse control.
Public urination should not be prosecuted as indecent exposure
Too much nuance in indecent exposure cases leads to unnecessary enforcement.
Indecent exposure reports have nearly tripled in College Park this year
UMPD has reported 17 indecent exposures this year.
UMPD chief talks student mental health, campus safety at SGA meeting
Since students have returned to campus, UMPD has been receiving almost one call a day from students struggling with serious mental health issues, Chief David Mitchell said.
Working security cameras lead to a safer College Park
The College Park City Council shouldn't have defunded surveillance cameras. It's time they bring them back.
UMPD, why do you need to watch us?
Surveillance cameras don’t prevent crime. They’re a waste of our time and money.
In effort to build community trust, UMPD introduces comfort dog
Experts say there’s more to do in improving police relations, especially when it comes to mental health crises.
UMPD to seek community input for voluntary accreditation assessment
The assessment will take place between Aug. 9 and Aug. 11.