Armed Intruder in Custody

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:31:36 -0400

UMBC Police have apprehended an intruder from outside the UMBC campus who entered the Math-Psychology Building at approximately 7:30 a.m. and threatened a staff member and two students with a knife. The staff member involved notified UMBC Police, who arrived within minutes and convinced the suspect to surrender. No one was injured during the incident.

Thanks to the effective actions taken by our staff colleague and UMBC Police Officers, the incident was diffused and does not pose an ongoing threat to the campus. Due to how quickly the incident unfolded, there was not time to send a campus text alert. While the suspect is now in custody, it is important that the campus community know about this unusual event.

Human Resources and Counseling Center colleagues are reaching out to affected staff and students to offer support.

We encourage members of the UMBC community to keep themselves safe. However, please recognize that conduct violations and criminal acts are never the victim’s fault. UMBC students, faculty, staff members, or visitors who choose to violate relevant policies and laws are solely responsible for their actions. University authorities will make every effort to sanction individuals who violate those policies and laws.

Safety Tips:

UMBC Police provides an escort service for anyone who feels unsafe when walking on or near campus. If you would like an escort please call 410-455-5555. If you observe suspicious activity or behavior, contact the police immediately by calling 410-455-5555.

Stay alert and attuned to people and circumstances around you.

Trust your instincts. They are a natural gift that tells you when something is wrong.

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