Law Enforcement and Tuscaloosa Fire Department Investigate Potential Arson 4-18-2017

• April 18th, 2017
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April 18, 2017

Public Safety Notice

This information is being sent as part of UA’s commitment to providing campus safety information in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act.

Earlier today UAPD and the Tuscaloosa Fire Department responded to a small fire in one room of Shelby Hall. Nobody was injured, and the fire was quickly extinguished. The cause remains under investigation, but arson is considered a possibility. Currently there is no known motive or suspect information.

Anyone with additional information is asked to call UAPD at 348-5454 or Crime Stoppers at 752-7867(STOP). Crime prevention information is published in UAPD’s Safer Living Guide.

Law Enforcement Responds to Multiple Off-Campus Robberies

• February 21st, 2017
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**UPDATE**

Feb. 22, 2017

The incidents reported as robberies last night occurred in the 800 block of 12^th Street, and the 1200 and 1400 blocks of 9^th Ave. No injuries were reported, and nothing was actually taken from the victims.

All of the victims were students who reported a suspect approaching them near or in their cars and displaying what appeared to be a gun. The suspect(s) left after asking for money or phones. Police cannot confirm whether the incidents were related.

UAPD and TPD will continue enhanced patrols in the area. Please be aware of safety precautions. Anyone who has any additional information about this occurrence is asked to call University Police at 348-5454 or Crime Stoppers at 752-7867(STOP). Crime prevention information is available in the University’s Safer Living Guide available at the UAPD website https://police.ua.edu/.

UAPD Advisory

Feb. 21, 2017

UAPD and the Tuscaloosa Police Department are investigating several armed robberies reported just south of the UA campus tonight between 10 and 11 p.m. The suspect(s) have displayed a gun and demanded property from individuals in the area.

Both UAPD and TPD have dramatically increased presence and patrols in the area. Once accurate details become available, more information will be shared.

For your safety, please be of your surroundings. When possible, don’t walk alone at night. Consider registering for Rave Guardian, an app that will immediately alert UAPD if you become concerned about safety while walking.

Anyone who has any additional information about this occurrence is asked to call University Police at 348-5454 or Crime Stoppers at 752-7867(STOP). Crime prevention information is published in UAPD’s Safer Living Guide published at https://police.ua.edu/safer-living-guide-2-2/

Law Enforcement Responds to Emergency Situation

• January 10th, 2017
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UA ALERT

Emergency Situation Resolved

UPDATED 10:53 a.m.: Suspect in custody and all hostages appear to be okay. Situation all clear but may take some time for streets to reopen. Please continue to avoid the area.

Earlier: Police are responding to an active hostage situation at the Alabama Credit Union at 220 East Paul W. Bryant Drive. Bryant Drive is closed. Please avoid the area.

Police Investigate Sexual Assault 11-14-2016 – *UPDATE*

• November 15th, 2016
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ADVISORY UPDATE

According to the Tuscaloosa County Metro Homicide Unit media release, investigators have arrested the individual who reported a sexual assault that occurred early Sunday morning in the parking lot near 6^th Street and Wallace Wade for filing a false police report. Investigators interviewed witnesses and recovered video surveillance of the area which did not support the initial account of the incident. After further investigation, the individual admitted to investigators she falsified her report.

UAPD ADVISORY

November 14, 2016

University of Alabama Police Investigate On-Campus Sexual Assault

You are receiving this notification as part of the University of Alabama’s commitment to providing campus safety information in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act.

The University of Alabama Police Department is investigating a report of a sexual assault that occurred on Sunday November 13 at approximately 2:00 AM in or around the parking area of Solomon’s Lot at 650 Wallace Wade Avenue. The female victim was forced into the suspect’s vehicle, a red Jeep Cherokee, where the assault occurred.

The suspects in the assault are 2 males, one being described as Hispanic, approximately 6’2 with a wiry build.

Anyone who has any additional information about this occurrence is asked to call University Police at 205-348-5454 or Crime Stoppers at 752-7867(STOP). Crime prevention information is published in UAPD’s Safer Living Guide published at https://police.ua.edu/safer-living-guide-2-2/

The University of Alabama provides resources for victims through multiple offices including the Women and Gender Resource Center. Information is available at https://wgrc.sa.ua.edu/counseling-and-advocacy/

Police Investigate Campus Robbery 10-02-2016

• October 2nd, 2016
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October 2, 2016

University of Alabama Police Investigate On-Campus Robbery

You are receiving this notification as part of the University of Alabama’s commitment to providing campus safety information in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act.

On Sunday October 02, 2016 at approximately 0115 a.m. The University of Alabama Police Department investigated a robbery in the parking area of Solomon’s Lot at 650 Wallace Wade Avenue. The two victims reported that they were in their vehicle when they were approached by an African American male suspect. The suspect was described as approximately 5’8-5’10 and reportedly wearing a black hoodie with silver lettering and armed with a silver weapon. He demanded the victim’s cash and other property and fled the scene.

Below are some safety considerations for students and community members:

• Be careful and mindful of any valuables you may carry on your person
• Be mindful of your surroundings
• If confronted, give the criminal what they ask for. Your safety is not worth jeopardizing.

Anyone who has any additional information about this occurrence is asked to call University Police at 348-5454 or Crime Stoppers at 752-7867(STOP). Crime prevention information is published in UAPD’s Safer Living Guide published at https://police.ua.edu/safer-living-guide-2-2/

Police Investigate Campus Robbery 8-27-2016 **UPDATE**

• August 27th, 2016
• in Uncategorized

Advisory Update

**UPDATE**

on 8/31/2016

After further investigation, it was determined that the suspect did not have or display a weapon during the reported theft.

UAPD ADVISORY

August 27, 2016

University of Alabama Police Investigate Robbery

You are receiving this notification as part of the University of Alabama’s commitment to providing campus safety information in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act.

On Saturday August 27, 2016 at approximately 0200 a.m. The University of Alabama Police Department investigated a reported robbery in the 1100 block of University Blvd. The victim reported that he was approached by 5-6 African-American males. One of the subjects took a piece of property the victim was holding and another suspect was carrying a weapon in his waistband. The victim fled the scene unharmed.

Below are some safety considerations for students and community members:

• Be mindful of any valuables you may carry on your person
• Be mindful of your surroundings
• If confronted, give the perpetrator what they ask for. Your safety is not worth jeopardizing.

Anyone who has any additional information about this occurrence is asked to call University Police at 348-5454 or Crime Stoppers at 752-7867(STOP). Crime prevention information is published in UAPD’s Safer Living Guide published at https://police.ua.edu/safer-living-guide-2-2/

TUSCALOOSA POLICE INVESTIGATE ROBBERY – 4-14-2016

• April 14th, 2016
• in Uncategorized

UAPD ADVISORY

April 14, 2016

TUSCALOOSA POLICE INVESTIGATE ROBBERY

On Wednesday 4-14-16 at approximately 0238 a.m. the Tuscaloosa Police Department responded to a report of an off campus robbery in the 1200 Block of 10th Ave.  The victim reported that while he was walking home, a maroon vehicle with three occupants approached him and one individual exited the vehicle, struck him, and demanded his property.  The victim threw his backpack and fled the area on foot. The suspect(s) fled the area in an unknown direction and were last seen occupying a maroon car.

Suspect #1

Black Male
Approximately 5’9”
Approximately 160 pounds
Approximate Age Early 20’s
Dark Complexion
Dark Hair with “Short Dreadlocks”
Wearing a Red shirt and Blue Jeans

Suspect #2

Black Male
Approximately 6’0”
Unknown Description / Clothing

Suspect #3

Black Female
Unknown Description / Clothing

Anyone who has any information about this occurrence is asked to call University Police at 348-5454 or Crime Stoppers at 752-7867(STOP). Crime prevention information is published in UAPD’s Safer Living Guide, which is available online here.

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CHIEF OF POLICE

Campus Safety Notice- 3/2/2016

• March 3rd, 2016
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Campus Safety Notification

March 2, 2016

Tuscaloosa Metro Violent Crimes Unit (Homicide Unit) Investigate Off-Campus Crimes

Between February 20 to February 29, there have been several incidents in which UA students were victims or potential victims of crimes in the off-campus housing areas. These incidents have occurred in the early morning hours between 1:00 am to 3:00 am, where victims have been females who were walking alone. The exceptions were two robberies that occurred at businesses located off campus between the hours of 5:00 pm to 9:50 pm. The pictures below are from one of the business robberies. Investigators believe there is a possible connection with this suspect and the other incidents mentions above.

The suspect is described as follows:

Black male

Late teens to early 20’s

Approximately 5’08 to 5’10

Medium build

Wearing a dark “hoodie” sweatshirt and dark pants

Anyone who knows the person in the photos or has had contact with him should contact University Police at 348-5454 or Crime Stoppers at 752-7867 (STOP). Crime prevention information is published in UAPD’S Safer Living Guide, which is available online here.

Lieutenant K. T. Hart

Assistant Commander

Tuscaloosa Metro Homicide Unit

714 ½ Greensboro Ave.

Tuscaloosa, AL 35401

(205) 464-8693

(205) 464-8690

Police Investigate Off-Campus Robbery- 2/13/2016–**UPDATE**

• February 13th, 2016
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UPDATE ADVISORY

**Update**

Tuscaloosa Police Department conducting the follow-up investigation in this case have identified the following individual involved and have developed probable cause to charge the suspect with Burglary I, Probation Violation, and SORNA Violation.

Corey Rashadi Ruffins, a 23 yr. old male, was arrested on 02-18-2016 and placed in the Tuscaloosa County Jail, where he was held on a $75,000 bond.

UAPD ADVISORY

February 13, 2016

TUSCALOOSA POLICE INVESTIGATE ROBBERY

On Saturday 2-13-16 at approximately 3:25 p.m., the Tuscaloosa Police Department responded to a delayed report of an off campus robbery in the 400 Block of Reed Street. The victim reported at approximately 2:00 a.m.  there was a knock at the door of the residence.  Upon answering the door a male subject produced a handgun, forced the victim back into the residence, and demanded money.  The suspect fled the scene with cash in an unknown direction of travel.  There were no injuries reported.

The suspect is described as follows:

Black male

Approximately 5’08 – 5’09

Average build

Short black hair

Wearing a black jacket

Early to mid-20’s

Anyone who has any information about this occurrence is asked to call University Police at 348-5454 or Crime Stoppers at 752-7867(STOP). Crime prevention information is published in UAPD’s Safer Living Guide, which is available online here.

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CHIEF OF POLICE

Police Investigate Off-Campus Robbery- 1/15/2016

• January 16th, 2016
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UAPD ADVISORY

January 15, 2016

TUSCALOOSA POLICE INVESTIGATE ROBBERY

On Friday 1-15-16 at approximately 7:20 p.m., the Tuscaloosa Police Department responded to a report of an off campus robbery in the 100 Block of 15th Street.  The victim reported the suspect approached him with a gun and demanded money from him.  The suspect was unsuccessful and fled the area northbound on foot.  There were no injuries reported.

The suspect is described as follows:
Black Male
Approximately 5’10
Approximately 140 pounds
Wearing a black “hoodie” sweatshirt and black pants
Unknown age

Anyone who has any information about this occurrence is asked to call University Police at 348-5454 or Crime Stoppers at 752-7867(STOP). Crime prevention information is published in UAPD’s Safer Living Guide, which is available online here.

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CHIEF OF POLICE