CAMPUS ADVISORIES
The University of Alabama complies with the Clery Act, by issuing Campus Advisories, also known as timely warnings, about reported crimes to the campus community in a manner that will aid in the prevention of similar crimes, as well as providing emergency notifications within UA’s Clery Act geography when the health and safety of the campus community may be at risk.
Campus Advisories are sent to the official UA email accounts of all students, faculty and staff; are posted on the UA Safety app; and below. Campus Advisory emails provide information that is available when the email is sent. As investigations continue, details may change. Updates will be provided below as new information is gathered.
PUBLIC SAFETY NOTICES
In addition to Campus Advisories, UA may also send out Public Safety Notices for events that happen outside of UA’s Clery Act geography. While not required by the Clery Act, UA sends Public Safety Notices as part of its commitment to providing campus safety information. Public Safety Notices are sent via email and posted below. Public Safety Notices are updated as new information is gathered.
Current Campus Advisories
Campus Advisory – Sunday, March 23, 2025 – Motor Vehicle Theft
Update: Posted at 5:48 p.m., March 23, 2025 – UAPD was able to recover the vehicle quickly on Sunday afternoon at a location near campus.
Safety and Security Tips for Motor Vehicles:
- Lock your car and activate alarm systems if possible.
- Remove valuable items or anything that appears appealing to thieves from parked vehicles. Valuables left in plain view in the vehicle generate motivation for criminals to quickly break a window and grab them. Always take your valuables with you. When possible, keep the inside of your car empty.
- Be aware of your surroundings when parking. At night, park in well-lighted areas when possible.
The University of Alabama Police Department responded to a report of a possible stolen vehicle on Sunday, March 23, 2025, around 1 a.m. A UA student reported their vehicle was missing from the student parking lot at Bryant Hall.
The provided vehicle description is a black 2012 Hyundai sedan, limited trim. The vehicle was left running briefly unattended when it was accessed. The vehicle was last seen at Bryant Drive and 12th Avenue. The suspect information provided by a witness was:
SUSPECT INFORMATION:
SEX: Male
RACE: Suspect described as dark-skinned
Height: No specific height, suspect described as “tall”
Weight: N/A
Clothing: Tan cargo pants, graphic hoodie
Additional Information: Short black hair, no facial hair
Anyone who has any additional information is asked to call University Police at 205-348-5454 or Crime Stoppers at 205-752-7867(STOP). Crime prevention information is published in UAPD’s Safer Living Guide.
Remember:
- It is never the fault of a victim when a crime occurs.
- Auto theft can represent a crime of opportunity, we advise all members of our community to secure their vehicles and any valuables at all times.
- If you witness any crime or suspicious behaviors, you can report that information directly to the University of Alabama Police Department at 205-348-5454.
This information is being sent as part of UA’s commitment to providing campus safety information in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act.