Working to provide a safe learning, living and working environment for the University of Virginia community.Not monitored 24/7. Call 911 to report an emergency.
The UVAPD sends their deepest condolences and love to the families, friends, and loved ones of the victims of this senseless tragedy and to everyone impacted. The road forward will be a long one, and the women and men of the UVAPD will be there along side our community
#UVAStrong
Update: Active search still underway on and around UVA Grounds. Remain sheltered in place. Please stay safe, thank you for your patience and understanding.
There are no words to describe this tremendous loss to our UVA Football family. Lavel, Devin, D’Sean - you will all be dearly missed and we will never forget the impact you had on our team and community.
UPD would like to extend a sincere thank you to Professor Brian Williams and his students for the pastries and coffee they had delivered this morning. We are humbled and so appreciative of the community that we serve.
#UVAStrong
Update: UPD reported shooting resulted in 3 fatalities. 2 add'l victims are injured. Refer to UVA email and social media for more information. Shelter in place.
UVA Alert: UPDATE TO THE SHOOTING ON CULBRETH ROAD. 1 SUSPECT IS AT LARGE, IS CONSIDERED TO BE ARMED AND DANGEROUS. PLEASE CONTINUE TO SHELTER IN PLACE.
UVA Alert: MULTIPLE PD AGENCIES, INCLUDING VA STATE POLICE HELICOPTER ARE ACTIVELY SEARCHING FOR THE SUSPECT. SUSPECT IS ARMED AND DANGEROUS, SHELTER IN PLACE
And they're off! Today members of UPD showed their support to
@UVABaseball
as they head off to Omaha for the Men's College World Series!
#GoHoos
#UVABaseball
PD AGENCIES ARE CONDUCTING A COMPLETE SEARCH ON AND AROUND UVA GROUNDS AT THIS TIME. EXPECT INCREASED LAW ENFORCEMENT PRESENCE. REMAIN SHELTERED IN PLACE.
UVA Alert: MULTIPLE PD AGENCIES, INCLUDING VA STATE POLICE HELICOPTER ARE ACTIVELY SEARCHING FOR THE SUSPECT. SUSPECT IS ARMED AND DANGEROUS, SHELTER IN PLACE.
Good luck with exams, Hoos! Our Department is sending our best wishes for a strong finish to the fall semester. Remember to prioritize self-care during this time and utilize University student support resources if needed. You've got this!
UPDATE ON CULBRETH RD: 1 SUSPECT IS AT LARGE, CONSIDERED ARMED & DANGEROUS. CONTINUE TO SHELTER IN PLACE. REACH OUT TO FRIENDS & FAMILY TO ADVISE OF STATUS.
Due to the generosity of an anonymous donor, we are now offering a reward of $10,000 for information leading to the arrest of the person responsible for this crime.
The UVA Police Department is saddened by the loss of Temple Police Officer Christopher Fitzgerald who sacrificed his life while protecting the lives of others. Our department mourns with Officer Fitzgerald’s family, friends, colleagues, and the community he served.
Members from UPD were excited to speak to the
@UVAFootball
team this morning about safety and collaboration! Thanks for the invite!
#uvafootball
#gohoos
🔸🔹
#UVAgrad
weekend was a truly special occasion for so many. It was no different for one of our own as well. Chief Longo had a
#prouddad
moment as he was able to see his daughter, Claire, graduate.
#UVA22
#allthefeels
#family
Big congratulations to our recent graduates Josh Penn, Shianna Kinney, and Jakob Arvey, on their official badge pinning this morning!
Welcome to UPD and Thank you for taking the oath to protect and serve the community. ⭐️
UVA Alert: A COMPLETE SEARCH ON AND AROUND UVA GROUNDS IS HAPPENING AT THIS TIME. EXPECT INCREASED LAW ENFORCEMENT PRESENCE. CONTINUE TO SHELTER IN PLACE.
UPD was happy to team up with
@Virginia
Football to deliver all of the donated book bags (thanks community) to the Back to School Bash collection today! Overwhelmed with all of the generous donations from our community and thanks for the assistance
@Virginia
Football!
UPD would like to welcome the newest member to our department, Nahla! She is a two year old female German Shepherd who has begun training to become an explosives detection K-9. Welcome Nahla!
It's game day! Good luck to
@UVABaseball
tonight as they face Kansas State in Super Regionals. We can't wait to hear Disharoon Park roaring! Wahoo Wah!
Officers Seay and McKay had their hands full on the sidelines at
@UVAFootball
today with ODU’s mascot in training, Hudson. We kept a close eye on him, and apparently lots of attention too…🐶
UPD would like to let all students know that we are able to conduct residence security checks upon request. Call our department at 434-924-7166 and our staff will get some info from you, and we can make periodic checks of your residence while you’re away. Stay safe everyone!
The women and men of the UVA Police Department would like to take a moment today to remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice serving in our armed forces. We will never forget.
#memorialday
#notforgotten
🇺🇸
We had the pleasure of working with student-athletes and meeting individuals from over ten industries
@UVAFootball
career day. Lieutenant Bacon and our Police services manager, Christine, worked with athletes on job interview skills and professional presentation.
#GoHoos
⚔️
While we all celebrated UVA Graduation this weekend, late last week we celebrated our newest officers during there swearing-in ceremony. Our four newest officers graduated from the regional training program on Thursday, May 16th! Welcome, gentlemen!
#WahooWah
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of UPD K9-Muki. Muki was a 13 year old Belgian Malinois who served with UPD for over 7 years as an Explosives Detection K9. Rest easy, K9 Muki, you will be missed.
#K9Muki
#suchagoodboy
A big THANK YOU to the students who brought us all of the goodies today! Acts of kindness like this truly do mean a lot to every one of us at UPD.
#appreciative
#community
#thankyou
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family, friends, and fellow of officers of fallen Big Stone Gap Police Officer Michael Chandler, who lost his life in the line of duty yesterday. Rest easy, Officer Chandler.
The men and women of the UVA Police Department were deeply saddened to learn of the senseless tragedy that occurred earlier today. Our hearts are with the families impacted, as well as the Bridgewater Community. 💙
Bridgewater College confirms Campus Safety Officer J.J. Jefferson and Campus Police Officer John Painter "were shot and killed on campus while protecting us."
"These officers were close friends, known to many of us as the 'dynamic duo.'" Updates on
Congratulations to Sgt Rick Sandridge on his retirement after 30 years of service to The University of Virginia. The UVA Police Department is very fortunate to have had you on the team! Enjoy retirement, it’s time to relax.
With the UVA class of 2023 moving in tomorrow, 8/23, and Sat., 8/24, residents can expect heavy traffic congestion around the University. While there will be no road closures, impacted areas include Emmet St, University Ave., Ivy Rd., and the surrounding area.
#uva23
Paws-itive reinforcements have arrived! Congratulations to our two new k-9 recruits, Winter and Luna, for graduating from training in North Carolina! You can spot Winter and Luna conducting sweeps for all games and special events at the University.
Special day at UPD as we promoted four new Lieutenants to our ranks!
Lt. Kiah Porter, Lt. Jimmy Bunch, Lt. Yong Bacon, and Lt. Maeve O’Neil were all pinned with their new badges. Congrats to all!!
We had fun today celebrating our colleagues Matthew McBee, Micheal Blakey, and Cody Oliver's promotion to Captain. Thank you for being dedicated to our department and your continued pursuit of protecting and serving the community. Congratulations, and Great job! 🌟
Fall safety night walk # 1! Great group of community members here that headed out onto Grounds this evening to look for possible safety improvements based on community feedback. Beautiful evening for it!
#uvasafe
Some sugary treats were in order this morning for Warren (Hubba) Wood and his team
@UVAFM
for not only the work they do everyday on Grounds, but also for what’s about to come❄️☃️
#nationalrandomactsofkindnessday
@UVAFM
Come out and see us on McCormick Rd today or tomorrow between 8-3! Register your bike or e-scooter, get some free swag, take a free U-lock, and meet Cooper!
#UVAmovein
#uva26
Some of the furry members of our department are recognized today in honor of National Dog Day. Nahla, Rexo, and off course McGruff work hard everyday to keep our community safe!
#nationaldogday
UPD would like to welcome Izola Williams to our Security team! Izola joins us as a Security Corporal and will be assigned to the Health System. Welcome Izola!
UPD held our annual awards luncheon today on Grounds. We were proud to present Ofc. Smoot and Ofc. Champigny with awards for actions they took that went above and beyond the call of duty. Great job and we’re proud of you Ofc. Smoot and Ofc. Champigny!