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UIPD issues Crime Alert 23-06

Posted on Saturday, June 3rd, 2023
In the interest of campus safety, we want everyone to be aware of a motor vehicle theft near campus. UI officials received a report on Friday, June 3rd, 2023 that a pickup truck was stolen from the parking lot of the Public Policy Research Building on the 600 block of East Jefferson St. sometime between 7:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

UIPD issues Crime Alert 23-07

Posted on Wednesday, May 17th, 2023
In the interest of campus safety, we want everyone to be aware the University of Iowa Police Department received a report of a burglary on May 16, 2023, at the Aspire at West Campus residential housing facility. The resident was away for a period of time and upon their return, found their door unlocked and items stolen. This incident is currently under investigation.

Johnson County Attorney’s Office, University of Iowa Police Department confirm that attempted murder suspect Ali Younes has fled the country

Posted on Tuesday, May 9th, 2023
Johnson County Attorney’s Office, UIPD confirm that attempted murder suspect Ali Younes has fled the country; parents arrested with aiding and abetting his escape.

FBI, Department of Homeland Security, and Law Enforcement looking for attempted murder suspect who cut off ankle monitor

Posted on Saturday, May 6th, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FROM THE JOHNSON COUNTY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE AND THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA POLICE DEPARTMENT

Date: 05/06/2023
Contact: Hayley Bruce, Public Information Officer, University of Iowa Police Department, 319-384-00072

UIPD issues Crime Alert 23-05

Posted on Monday, May 1st, 2023
In the interest of campus safety, we want everyone to be aware that University of Iowa officials received a report of forcible fondling, a form of sexual assault, that occurred during the daytime hours on Monday, May 1 near the Iowa Memorial Union. According to the report, a man wearing a black sweatshirt and black ball cap slapped the victim's buttocks while riding past her on a bicycle. The victim did not know who the man was. University of Iowa Police believe they have identified the suspect and are seeking the public's assistance to gather more information about this incident, which remains under investigation.

Phone Scam – Impersonating a Police Officer

Posted on Friday, April 21st, 2023
The University of Iowa Police Department wants you to be aware of a phone scam that is currently targeting parents and guardians of UI students. UI Police have received reports from parents and families of students who stated a caller contacted them claiming to be a member of the UIPD, spoofing the department's legitimate non-emergency phone number, and impersonating an officer in an attempt to gain your trust. Read more about this scam, how to report it, and how to protect yourself.