A photo shared to the department’s social media channels over the weekend has led some members of our community to express concerns regarding a “thin blue line” installation that appears in the background. The installation …
Department News
Updated Purchase Records Request Released
On August 11, 2020, the UWPD Records Unit fulfilled an open records request made by an individual affiliated with the University of Wisconsin-Madison for the following information: “Documentation of any purchases goods and services over …
Chief Roman Statement on ASM Vote of No Confidence
Chief Kristen Roman has released the following statement following Tuesday night’s vote of no confidence by ASM: “I’m disheartened. On behalf of the UWPD I say with the utmost confidence that we can be trusted. …
Setting the Record Straight
With each start of a new academic year, I take the opportunity through my Chief’s Corner blog to welcome our newest students and share relevant information about our department. Of course, this fall semester is like no …
UWPD Invites Public Comment for CALEA Accreditation Assessment
On October 12-14, a team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) will be examining all aspects of the UW-Madison Police Department. This virtual assessment will include an evaluation …
Medical Amnesty Through Responsible Actions
New guidelines pass along “amnesty” to individuals who need medical attention. After a night out, you notice your friend has had too much to drink. Their condition reaches the point where they’ve become unresponsive and …
UW-Madison Safety Reminders & Resources for Students
A joint message from UWPD Chief Kristen Roman and Dean of Students Christina Olstad August 26, 2020 UW-Madison Students, First off, welcome to campus! We’re glad you’re here, and we look forward to a safe …
It’s Never Too Late for Justice
“If we can look at ourselves closely, and honestly, I believe we will see that we all need justice. We all need mercy. And perhaps, we all need some measure of unmerited grace.” …
“Heinous and Unacceptable” – Dane County Police Chiefs React to Minneapolis Police Incident
The following letter was written by UWPD Chief Kristen Roman, on behalf of the Dane County Chiefs of Police Association: Dane County Community Members, Once again, we find ourselves devastated by an appalling and heartbreaking …
Local Law Enforcement Work Together to Arrest Serial Burglar
The UW-Madison Police Department and the Dane County Sheriff’s Office — in conjunction with officers from Sun Prairie Police, City of Madison Police, Fitchburg Police, Capitol Police, Janesville Police, Albany Police, and the Rock County …