2024

12/18 U-M Emergency Alert: ALL CLEAR

12/18/24 – Emergency Alert Chronology ALL CLEAR: Ann Arbor Update: 11:37 p.m. ALL CLEAR It is safe to resume regular activities. For more information, visit: dpss.umich.edu UPDATE #3: 11:14 p.m. Situation ongoing. Officers on scene. Individual threatening self-harm. Continue to…


Winter Break Safety Checklist

The Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) wants to wish everyone a happy and safe winter break. The safety and security of the entire campus community is important for us here at DPSS, and that includes your belongings while…


Security Bulletin: Assault with Intent to do Great Bodily Harm

The Ann Arbor Police Department (AAPD) has informed DPSS of an ongoing investigation into an off-campus assault that occurred in the 600 block of East William Street. According to AAPD, the victim reported seeing three suspects stealing items, including a…


UMPD helps lift holiday spirits at 2024 Shop With A Cop

The University of Michigan Police Department (UMPD) is proud to partner with the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) for the 2024 Shop With A Cop events that kicked off on the evening of Tuesday, Dec 3. The event’s mission is…


Security Bulletin: Multiple Car-Related Incidents

The Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) is investigating multiple car-related incidents.  These have included auto theft, attempted auto theft, and attempted entry into an occupied vehicle. Additionally, a suspect entered a victim’s car and directed them to drive…


Crime Alert – 2024-4

Alert ID: 2024-4 Alert Agency: UMPD 24-6367 Alert Issued: November 27, 2024 Date of Incident: November 27, 2024, at approximately 5:00 p.m. Location: M-22 Mott Parking Structure/Lot P4, 1200 E. Hospital Dr, Ann Arbor Offense: Attempted Unarmed Robbery Summary: The…


Know Before You Go: Crisler Center Safety Essentials

Basketball season has begun, which means that thousands of fans will be packing into Crisler Center to cheer on both the Men’s and Women’s basketball teams throughout the winter season. DPSS wants all fans to have a good experience and…


U-M Emergency Alert Test Scheduled for Monday, Nov. 25

The University of Michigan Division of Public Safety and Security will test the UM Emergency Alert system on Monday, November 25 at noon for the Ann Arbor campus. The activation is being performed as part of annual testing to ensure…


Security Bulletin: Brandishing a Firearm

UPDATE: According to AAPD, further investigation has revealed a group of University of Michigan students were threatened with a BB or airsoft gun on Sunday, not a firearm. The Ann Arbor Police Department (AAPD) has informed DPSS of an ongoing…


Yost Arena Safety FAQs

Hockey season is underway, which means that thousands of fans will be packing into Yost Arena to cheer on the Wolverines each weekend. We at DPSS want all fans to have a good experience, we also want them to be…