UW–Madison Police Department

CRIME WARNING: Thefts/Burglaries at UW Hospital & Clinics

  • Incident date: February 22, 2016, 12:00 pm
  • Incident type: Burglary
  • Location/address: UW Hospital and Clinics

The UW-Madison Police Department is investigating a string of thefts and burglaries which occurred Monday, February 22 in and around UW Hospital and Clinics, 600 Highland Avenue. In most of the cases, the suspect gained access to valuables because of an unlocked door or vehicle.

The person of interest in these cases is described as a white male, approximately 45 years old, 5’7” tall, 165 pounds, bald, and last seen clean shaven, wearing a dark jacket, dark pants, and a striped knit cap.

The UW-MADISON POLICE DEPARTMENT is currently investigating these cases. Anyone with information is urged to contact UWPD at (608) 264-COPS.

  • Report any crime or suspicion of a crime at once. If UWPD is contacted within the first five minutes, police have a better chance of finding a suspect.
  • Never prop open a locked building door.
  • Do not open a secure door for someone who does not carry proper identification. Hospital, custodial, and maintenance staff members wear identification tags at all times with their photos and names.
  • Burglars frequently target cash, laptops, phones, bikes, jewelry, etc. Don’t leave attractive items out in plain sight. If possible, store them in a locked drawer, closet or interior room. Or try to take small valuables with when you leave.