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Department News
UWPD Invites Public Comment for 2026 WILEAG Accreditation Assessment
The UW-Madison Police Department is undertaking a voluntary assessment to evaluate all aspects of our policies and procedures, management, operations, and support services. The assessment will be performed on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, by assessors …
March 19, 2026Bicycles and the Law
Spring weather will soon be here, so it’s a good time to review some of the laws and other rules that affect bicyclists.
March 17, 2026UWPD Dispatchers: Prepared to Help You
At the UW-Madison Police Department, we have 10 Law Enforcement Dispatchers (LEDs) who participate in ongoing training to ensure they are ready for you, whether answering routine calls for service or coordinating during a critical incident. Training is critical for new dispatchers, but it remains a priority throughout an LED's career. In the world of public safety, no one remains complacent, and there is a constant striving to be better equipped to handle emergencies.
March 17, 2026Spring Break Prep
Spring Break is just about here, and many have their minds set on their upcoming week off — whether that means going home, staying on or near campus, or traveling to a warm, exotic destination. …
March 17, 2026- Read more UWPD news
Incident Reports
Student Arrested for Video Recording in Restroom
February 16, 2026Suspect Arrested Following Altercation Near East Campus Mall
February 10, 2026Four Charged for Numerous Campus Graffiti Incidents
January 22, 2026UPDATE – UWPD Investigating First-Degree Intentional Homicide
September 20, 2025UWPD Investigating String of E-Bike and E-Scooter Thefts
September 15, 2025- Browse all Incident Reports
Daily Blotter
Daily Blotter for March 25th 2026
- 8:48 am, Check Person, Union South. Contacted/Cited person for unauthorized picnicking or camping after observing them sleeping within a sleeping bag and blankets on the North side of Union South. Citation given and explained and person left without incident.
- 12:18 pm, Assist Law Enforcement Agency, Local Hospital. Out of state agency requested verification of patient receiving medical care at local hospital.
- 12:32 pm, Theft/Larceny, Memorial Union. Contacted person who reported the theft of their wallet while sitting on the steps to the lake between the Lake St boat ramp and Goodspeed Pier.
- 12:34 pm, Medical/Alcohol/Detox Conveyance, Location Redacted. MFD transported patient to local hospital for medical treatment, no need for police assistance.
- 12:57 pm, Alarm, Location Redacted. Person set off alarm during training tour, no police assistance needed.
- 3:21 pm, Disorderly Conduct, Library Mall. Citations to be issued to person for bail jump misdemeanor, misdemeanor disorderly conduct, UW assaultive behavior, citations at UWPD for delivery next time in contact with person.
- 3:40 pm, Mental Health Welfare Check, Location Redacted. Contacted person experiencing mental health crisis.
- 4:36 pm, Other, Bascom Hall. Contacted person reported they needed assistance with locating and walking to their vehicle after meeting at Bascom Hall.
- 10:22 pm, Other, S. Park Street. Weapons Violation - Contacted/Cited/Arrested/Transported/Released to Dane County Jail three persons for Carry Concealed Weapon and Misdemeanor Bail Jumping after contact made with vehicle after observing suspicious and evasive behavior.
The blotter content above represents significant incidents/calls for service from the previous 24 hours, starting at 6 a.m. the prior day.
Equity Dashboard
After more than a year of community meetings, listening to concerns, and collecting feedback, the UW–Madison Police Department is embarking on a one-of-a-kind approach to sharing key data with a focus on racial equity.
The UWPD Equity Dashboard is the result of a collaboration with community members and stakeholders to develop a unique and powerful tool that promotes transparency and provides a set of success metrics that speak directly to the UWPD’s commitment to equity in policing.
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