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Recent News

UI Police arrest Georgia man for domestic assault and kidnapping

Wednesday, October 4, 2023
On Tuesday, Oct. 3, at approximately 3:23 p.m., UI Police officers responded to the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics Emergency Department for a report of a possible domestic assault involving a weapon. As officers arrived, the suspect’s vehicle was spotted leaving the area of the hospital. Officers followed the vehicle for a short distance before initiating a traffic stop at the intersection of Grand Avenue and Byington Road, at which point the vehicle fled and a pursuit ensued. No injuries were reported in connection with the pursuit, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.

Avoid the Gameday Grift: UIPD urges football fans to be aware of ticket scams

Thursday, September 28, 2023
The University of Iowa Police Department is urging Hawkeye fans to be aware of common ticket scams as the season progresses.

Update: Sept. 6 Unattended Death

Monday, September 11, 2023
Based on preliminary investigation and assistance from the Johnson County Medical Examiner, no foul play is suspected.

University of Iowa Police investigate unattended death

Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Based on the preliminary investigation and assistance from the Johnson County Medical Examiner, the death is not believed to be suspicious.

Phone Scam: Impersonating a Police Officer

Friday, April 21, 2023

UI Police leveraging camera technology to strengthen campus safety

Monday, April 3, 2023

Tips for a Safe Spring Break

Wednesday, March 1, 2023

A Message to Hawkeye Parents and Families

Wednesday, February 22, 2023

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Bike to Work Week Breakfast & Bike Registration

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 7:30am to 9:00am
Seamans Center
Unpark Yourself: Bike to Work Week BreakfastBreakfast burritos, fruit, coffee, and juice will be provided by the Engineering Staff Advisory Council and College of Education. You can also register your bike with Campus Safety and learn about bike safety. May 12–18 is Bike to Work Week. We are encouraging those who can, to leave your car at home and use alternative means of commuting to campus, such as biking, public transportation, car-pooling, UI van pool, and walking. Come and learn—all are...
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