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The UF Alert-Gainesville service area includes the university Main Campus as well as other Gainesville facilities such as East Campus.

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  • Timely Warning-Gainesville
    Timely Warning (24-02) Clery Crime: Motor Vehicle Theft Under the Clery Act, the University of Florida issues Timely Warning messages regarding Clery Act crimes which pose a serious and continuing threat to the campus community. On April 1, 2024, four e-scooters, one e-bike, and one motor scooter were reported stolen to the University of Florida Police Department. The majority of the vehicles were secured with cable/combination locks and reported stolen from the east side of the campus. In addition to the motor vehicle thefts, three car break-ins were reported to UFPD. These burglaries of a conveyance occurred in Garage 4 and Garage 8. The individual(s) responsible targeted vehicles with “soft tops” by either unzipping or cutting the roof of the vehicle to gain entry. All of these incidents are under investigation by UFPD. UFPD has also been made aware that similar burglaries of a conveyance were reported to the Gainesville Police Department in the area close to SW 13th Street between March 29-April 1, 2024. Anyone with information on these incidents or information about suspicious activity in the area is encouraged to contact UFPD at (352) 392-1111 or via the UFPD Silent Witness portal at https://police.ufl.edu/contact/silent-witness/. While these thefts are often crimes of opportunity, we encourage you to take steps to protect your belongings. E-bikes and e-scooters are an easy item to steal, as they are lightweight and compact. Additionally, bicycle cable locks can be cut or tampered with using standard wire cutters. UFPD recommends the following steps to protect your belongings: register your bicycles, e-bikes, and e-scooters either in person at the Public Safety Building (1555 Museum Rd. Gainesville, FL 32612) or by any UFPD officer on campus. Additionally, UFPD recommends the use of a metal U-lock to secure these items. The University of Florida strongly believes that no person is responsible for harm inflicted by another person. Criminal incidents can be reported to UF CSAs who are designated, trained, and mandatory reporters under the Clery Act when victims chose not to report to law enforcement. Reporting to law enforcement is encouraged by calling 9-1-1 or through the GatorSafe app. Be sure to lock up your vehicles, residential hall rooms, and offices when you leave. Remove any valuables from sight or take them with you when you leave. Never leave keys or means to access your vehicle within the vehicle. Information for support resources, services and programs at the University of Florida can be found at: https://clery.compliance.ufl.edu/resources/victim-resources/
  • Campus Safety Message-Gainesville
    Timely Warning (24-01) Clery Crime: Motor Vehicle Theft Under the Clery Act, the University of Florida issues Timely Warning messages regarding Clery Act crimes which pose a serious and continuing threat to the campus community. On March 19, 2024, a UF Facilities truck was reported stolen to the University of Florida Police Department. The vehicle was stolen around 5 a.m. from outside of Turlington Hall. It was left running and unlocked with the keys inside. The vehicle was recovered by UFPD at an apartment complex off campus around 7:40 a.m. later that day. This incident is under investigation. Additionally, UFPD has seen an increase in motor vehicle thefts, which include e-bikes and e-scooters, primarily on the east portion of campus since the start of the Spring 2024 semester. The majority of the e-bikes/e-scooters stolen were taken within hours of the item being locked; most were secured using a bicycle cable lock. Anyone with information on these incidents or information about any suspicious activity in the area is encouraged to contact UFPD at (352) 392-1111 or via the UFPD Silent Witness portal at https://police.ufl.edu/contact/silent-witness/. While these thefts are often crimes of opportunity, we encourage you to take steps to protect your belongings. E-bikes and e-scooters are easy to steal, as they are lightweight and compact. Additionally, bicycle cable locks can be cut or tampered with using standard wire cutters. UFPD recommends registering bicycles, e-bikes, and e-scooters either in person at the Public Safety Building (1555 Museum Rd. Gainesville, FL 32612) or with any UFPD officer on campus. Additionally, UFPD recommends using a metal U-lock to secure these items. Be sure to lock up your vehicles, residential hall rooms, and offices when you leave. Remove any valuables from sight or take them with you when you leave. Never leave keys or means to access your vehicle within the vehicle. Reporting criminal incidents to law enforcement is encouraged by calling 9-1-1 or through the GatorSafe app. Criminal incidents can be reported to UF Campus Security Authorities (CSAs) who are designated, trained, and mandatory reporters under the Clery Act when victims chose not to report to law enforcement. The University of Florida strongly believes that no person is responsible for harm inflicted by another person. Information for support resources, services and programs at the University of Florida can be found at: https://clery.compliance.ufl.edu/resources/victim-resources/
  • Campus Safety Message-Gainesville
    Dear Campus Community, The University of Florida Police Department would like to provide additional information regarding the suspicious package that prompted the evacuation of Peabody Hall and the subsequent UF Alerts on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024. UFPD received a call from a university staffer around 8 a.m. who reported an oddly taped cylindrical tube had been delivered by an unknown person to Peabody Hall, an administrative building. Out of an abundance of caution, personnel from Peabody Hall were evacuated by law enforcement. An assessment by the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Squad determined the package did not contain any hazardous or explosive material. Once both agencies determined there was no threat to public safety, normal operations resumed at Peabody Hall around 10:15 a.m. This incident did not cause any academic disruptions. Please remember that safety is a shared responsibility at the University of Florida. Please do not hesitate to contact law enforcement if you see something suspicious or that seems out of place. If you have information that requires an urgent response, please call 352-392-1111 and ask to speak with an officer or dial 911. Additionally, you can submit an anonymous tip through our Silent Witness portal. University of Florida Police Department
  • UF Alert-Gainesville
    Update: Suspicious Package – The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office and UFPD have deemed the package not a threat. Law enforcement has cleared Peabody Hall. Normal operations may resume.
  • UF Alert-Gainesville
    Update: Suspicious Package – The joint investigation by the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office and UFPD is continuing at Peabody Hall. Please continue to follow the instructions of law enforcement.
  • UF Alert-Gainesville
    Update: Suspicious Package – Investigation is still underway at Peabody Hall. No one injured during evacuation. Please continue to follow the instructions of law enforcement on scene.
  • UF Alert-Gainesville
    Update: Suspicious Package – A joint investigation is underway with the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office and UFPD. Please continue to avoid the area until further notice.
  • UF Alert-Gainesville
    Update – Suspicious Package at Peabody Hall. Law Enforcement is on scene awaiting assistance from mutual aid resources. Please stay clear of the area.
  • UF Alert-Gainesville
    Suspicious Package located at Peabody Hall (1500 Union Road). Please exit the building and stay clear of the area.
  • UF Alert-Gainesville
    The earlier Tornado Warning for the UF campus has ended.