With tax season in full swing, it’s common to see an uptick in tax-related scams. However, scams can on take many forms. The Federal Trade Commission reported consumers lost $8.8 billion in 2022 from scams. …
Department News
Our 30×30 Pledge: Advancing Women in Policing
The UW-Madison Police Department is proud to support the national 30×30 Initiative — an effort to increase the representation of women in police departments to at least 30 percent by 2030, and to ensure policies …
Apple AirTags and Your Safety
You’ve probably heard about Apple AirTag — maybe you even own one. The $30 wireless device can help you keep track of things or locate lost items. The concept is fairly simple: you attach an …
Leaving Town for the Holidays? Lock Up and Drive Safe!
Millions are expected to hit the road this holiday season — and chances are, you’re one of those travelers. Whether you’re driving or flying, it’s important that you plan ahead — not just for travel, …
UWPD launches data dashboard, emphasis on racial equity
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 …
Prevent Bike Thefts on Campus
Bicycle thefts are an unfortunate and ongoing issue that UWPD has dealt with over the years. Each year we take numerous bicycle theft calls — this year in particular, we’ve seen a significant increase in …
UWPD, UHS Mental Health Services Partner to Help Students in Crisis
Beginning Oct. 4, there will be an additional resource responding with university police to 911 calls on campus about students experiencing a mental health crisis: Two trained mental health professionals from University Health Services (UHS). The mental health professionals’ …
Suspects Arrested Following Residential Burglary
Early this morning, September 9, 2021, at around 5:30 a.m., two suspects entered an unlocked apartment in the University Apartments community with the intent to steal property. The resident called 911 – the UW-Madison Police …
A Welcome and Safety Message from UWPD Chief Kristen Roman
August 31, 2021 Dear Badgers, On behalf of the UW-Madison Police Department (UWPD), welcome to the Badger Community! And if you’re a returning Badger, welcome back! As a UW alum and former member of the …
2020 UWPD Awards Announced
In a virtual ceremony on May 14, 2021, 48 members of the UW-Madison Police Department, the UW-Madison campus, and the general public were presented with awards for their extraordinary service to the UW-Madison community. These …