SECURITY BULLETIN: Home Invasion in Off-Campus Residence

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At approximately 10 a.m. on Jan. 16, 2022, Ann Arbor police responded to a call regarding a home invasion at an off-campus residence on the 1000 block of Michigan Ave. 

A resident of the apartment reported that at approximately 8 a.m. an unknown male entered the resident’s bedroom while they were sleeping. The intruder said there was a drunk girl outside and left the residence. When the resident checked outside, there was no one present.

The resident discovered a laptop, wallet, and credit cards missing. 

It is believed entry was gained through an unlocked door.

If you have information, please contact the Ann Arbor Police Department Tip Line (734) 794-6939 or tips@a2gov.org.

Regardless of whether you’re living on or off the University of Michigan campus, everyone should take a proactive approach to secure their residence. DPSS strongly encourages you to:

  • Keep your windows and doors locked 
  • Turn on exterior lights at night
  • Close blinds at night and keep doorwall security bars in place
  • Store valuables out of plain sight 
  • Do not prop open exterior doors
  • Do not hold open exterior doors for people you do not know 
  • Know who is at your front door before you open it 
  • When you take a vacation, put a temporary hold on your mail and other deliveries
  • Report any suspicious behavior or incidents