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Department News
Love Shouldn’t Hurt: Recognizing Unhealthy Relationships
February is often associated with Valentine’s Day and celebrations of love. But not every expression of “love” is healthy. Sometimes behaviors that are framed as caring or protective can actually be controlling, manipulative, or abusive. …
February 13, 2026Winter Driving Safety Tips
By: Community Officer Jeff Kirchman In my regular role as the University Apartments community police officer, I often meet new residents experiencing their first Wisconsin winter. Many come from climates where they get little to …
December 11, 2025Lake Rescue & Safety Concludes 116th Season
The UWPD Lake Rescue & Safety Unit has wrapped up its 116th season of service on Lake Mendota. This year, our team provided aid to more than 400 people on the water and supported partner …
November 17, 2025Wait! Don’t Send the Pic!
This certainly wasn’t my favorite thing to write. Many of you will probably wonder why I wrote it at all. I can promise you I would not have taken the time if I didn’t really care about you all -- and if it wasn’t an extremely common issue. Let’s dive in.
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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 February 17th 2026
- 6:02 am, Damage to Property, Lot 75. Contacted person to report the southern east exit gate arm that was damaged by a bicyclist when the arm closed on the bicyclist while going through gate.
- 9:26 am, Motor Vehicle Accident, Union South. Contacted person regarding delivery truck with a trailer backed into one of the pillars in the loading dock area of the Union, driver did leave information with loading dock staff.
- 12:02 pm, Information, Office of Admissions. Received a mandatory report from the Office of Admission.
- 12:41 pm, Assist Law Enforcement Agency, UWPD. Assisted outside agency with one cell phone examination.
- 1:59 pm, Information, Office of Admissions. Received a mandatory report from the Office of Admission.
- 8:37 pm, Criminal Damage, Engineering Hall. Contacted person after they found their bike lock broken at the bike racks on the west side of Engineering Hall, scooter not stolen but lock damaged.
- 8:44 pm, Bail Jumping, Memorial Union. Contacted/Cited/Arrested/Transported/Released to Dane County Jail suspect for misdemeanor bail jumping and trespass remain after notice.
- 11:59 pm, Warrant Served, Lot 29. Contacted/Cited/Arrested/Transported/Released to Dane County Jail suspect for Felony bail jumping, possess drug paraphernalia, and 3 felony warrants out of Dane County. Verbally warned suspect for trespass remain after notice and possession of THC.
- 2:46 am, Warrant Served, Arboretum Drive. Contacted/Cited/Arrested/Transported/Released to Dane County Jail suspect for a DOC warrant during contact with persons found inside a vehicle on Arboretum Drive parked in the dark after UW closing hours and no parking on Arboretum Dr. Vehicle left with passenger as driver arrested and transported to DCJ.
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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