Summary

An aggravated battery was reported to the Milwaukee Police Department on Sunday, July 30, at approximately 1:30 a.m. in the 2700 block of N. Maryland Ave.

The suspect is a white male, about 40 years old, 5-foot-11, with broad shoulders, a large belly and light hair. He was wearing a black hoodie, jeans and face mask, and was armed with a pocketknife. The suspect approached the student victim from behind. A struggle ensued and the victim was injured. The victim was able to flee, the suspect fled in an unknown direction, and no personal property was obtained.

The victim later received treatment at a hospital and is in stable condition. The suspect is still at large.

The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating. Please call the Milwaukee Police Department at 414-933-4444, if you have any information about the incident.

The UWM Police Department would like to remind everyone to remain aware of your surroundings and report suspicious behavior to police. The UWM Police Department non-emergency line, 414-229-4627, is answered 24 hours a day.

Initial University Statement

UWM Police received a delayed notification from the Milwaukee Police Department that a UWM female student was stabbed early Sunday morning in the 2700 block of North Maryland Avenue. It occurred about four blocks south of campus and outside of UWM Police’s standard patrol area. Upon reviewing the case’s details, UWM police felt it was important to share the incident for the community’s safety and awareness. As part of their response to this incident, UWM Police have expanded their patrol boundaries and have also adjusted their patrol strategy.

The victim was approached from behind by an unknown person and was injured during a struggle. The victim was able to flee, the suspect fled in an unknown direction, and no personal property was obtained. The victim later received treatment at a hospital and is in stable condition.

The suspect is still at large and described as a white male, about 40 years old, 5-foot-11 with broad shoulders, a large belly and light hair. He was wearing a black hoodie, jeans and a dark face mask, and he was armed with a pocketknife.

The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating the incident. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact MPD at 414-933-4444.

The health and safety of UWM students, faculty and staff are top priorities. The UWM Police Department, Dean of Students Office, Health Center and other offices across the university partner regularly with the Milwaukee Police Department and the city’s Department of Neighborhood Services to maintain a safe and vibrant environment for the campus community and our neighbors.

UWM reminds people to be aware of their surroundings and report suspicious behavior to police. The UWM Police non-emergency line, 414-229-4627, is answered 24 hours a day.

We also encourage people to take these precautions to reduce the chances being the victim of a robbery or assault.

• Whenever possible, walk in a group or with a friend.
• Don’t wear headphones while walking, day or night, and be aware of the noises around you.
• Don’t walk while using your phone, which is a distraction that can cause you to be an easy target.
• Staff, students and faculty are urged to download the Rave Guardian App to receive UWM Emergency Alerts and access other personal safety features on the app. Students and employees are automatically signed up for safety alerts via their UWM emails. In addition, they may opt in to receive text safety alerts via cellphone. Students can also add contact information for their parents, so they receive emergency alerts, too.
• Consider taking safety training provided by the UWM Police.
• If you are the victim of a robbery, offer unconditional surrender. Valuables are replaceable, you are not!