For general media inquiries, please contact Marc Lovicott, Executive Director of Communications, at 608-263-2333 or marc.lovicott@wisc.edu. After regular business hours, contact UWPD dispatch at 608-264-2677.
Incident Reports
UPDATE – UWPD Investigating First-Degree Intentional Homicide
September 20, 2025UWPD Investigating String of E-Bike and E-Scooter Thefts
September 15, 2025Suspicious Package Found at Enzyme Institute – Deemed Safe
September 15, 2025Suspicious Device Found in UW Arboretum; Deemed Safe
August 4, 2025- See all Incident Reports
Daily Blotter
Daily Blotter for November 13th 2025
- 9:31 am, Information, Location Redacted. Contacted person and forwarded information to UWPD Threat Team, investigation ongoing at this time.
- 2:21 pm, Warrant Served, Linden & Charter Streets. Contacted/Cited/Arrested/Transported/Released to Dane County Jail suspect for two Walworth County Sheriff's Office Warrants.
- 5:56 pm, Information, UWPD. Report number pulled in error.
- 7:51 pm, Assist Law Enforcement Agency, Location Redacted. Assisted outside agency with sensitive case, outside agency transported to Dane County Jail.
- 7:51 pm, Found Property, HSLC. Left contact information for person whose property that was turned into local hospital security. UWPD took property and placed into UWPD property safekeeping until person is able to claim.
- 9:26 pm, Medical/Alcohol/Detox Conveyance, Location Redacted. Transported person to local hospital for medical treatment.
- 11:06 pm, Medical/Alcohol/Detox Conveyance, Location Redacted. Contacted/Transported to local hospital for medical treatment.
BadgerSAFE
Safety and security are literally at your fingertips at UW-Madison, thanks to our official safety app. The UW-Madison Police Department has created BadgerSAFE – a safety app that aims to keep the campus community informed …
August 23, 2023Lake 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.
November 17, 2025Safeguarding Your Stuff: Tips for Protecting Property During Breaks
The upcoming Thanksgiving and winter breaks are a time to unwind, recharge, and spend quality time with family and friends. However, as you prepare to leave your personal or work spaces vacant, it's crucial to ensure they remain safe and secure. Here are some valuable tips to safeguard your stuff during your time away.
November 17, 2025- More UWPD news
Events & Training
UWPD offers regular safety trainings including CPR and AED (automatic external defibrillator), as well as Active Threat Response Training.