The Diamondback’s 2024 in 6 graphics
The Diamondback’s data reporters covered crime, sports team travel and university policy stories that impacted the University of Maryland community in 2024.
ShotSpotter’s flaws make it a dangerous investment for UMD
The system is so inaccurate that there are false positives 87 percent of the time in places such as New York City.
AI gunshot detection technology at UMD raises concerns about false positives, policing
UMPD uses ShotSpotter, an AI-based acoustic gunshot detection system, to alert campus police in the event of an active shooter.
Multiple classes canceled after more than a dozen UMD buildings left without power
Classes in affected buildings will not meet in person for the rest of the day, a Monday afternoon campuswide email read.
Here are 3 takeaways from UMPD’s 2023 Annual Security Report
Crime reports to University of Maryland Police increased by 90 percent from 2022 to 2023, according to its 2023 Annual Security Report.
UMPD reports more than 70 e-scooter thefts since Sept. 1
The rise in e-scooter thefts stems from the vehicle’s growing popularity at this university, according to UMPD spokesperson Lt. Rosanne Hoaas.
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 traffic stops for micromobility vehicles return for fall 2024 semester
University of Maryland Police periodically enforces traffic violations for bikes and e-scooters throughout the year.
UMD students criticize micromobility ticketing appeal process
Appealing a citation requires students to the District Court in Hyattsville — about a ten-minute drive from campus.
UMD students supporting Palestine protest Israeli politician’s talk
During his lecture, Daniel Illouz discussed his experiences in the Israeli government and expressed despair for the victims of Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack.