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Welcome from Chief Salazar
On behalf of the members of the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee Police Department I would like to welcome you to our website. Our website provides relevant information and services that can help you prevent and better respond in the event of an emergency or crime.
The mission of the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee Police Department (UWM–PD) is to provide a safe and secure environment in which to learn, live, and work. UWM–PD is committed to community policing through evidence-based, problem–oriented, data informed, and collaborative strategies. UWM–PD operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and is staffed by 33 sworn law enforcement officers and 9 civilian staff members who are dedicated to serving the needs of the university community. Our success is dependent upon developing and maintaining strong partnerships with an engaged university community.
On our website, community members can stay up to date on important News, sign up for UWM Emergency Alerts, access the Daily Crime Log, review department policies, and much more. Please follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
It is an honor and privilege to serve as your Chief of Police for the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee Police Department. Thank you for visiting our website and stay safe!
Chief of Police
David Salazar
Chief of Police
Campus Video Message on Active Shooter Preparedness
Report of Suspicious Circumstances- 2900 Block of N. Frederick Ave.
The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating an incident involving a white male looking into the first-floor windows of one residence in the 2900 block of N. Frederick Ave. on several separate occasions. Suspect: White male, 5’10, 190lbs, with gray or
Read MoreUpdate- Armed Robbery Carjacking- 2100 E. Linnwood Ave.
UWM Emergency Alert: Update- The vehicle in this armed robbery has been recovered and one suspect has been arrested. The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating. Please call the Milwaukee Police Department (414) 933-4444, if you have any information about the
Read MoreArmed Robbery Carjacking- 2100 E. Linnwood Ave.
UWM Emergency Alert: Armed robbery carjacking at 10:15pm on 08/05/2023 at 2118 E. Linnwood Ave. Suspect #1: Black male, 5’10”-6’00”, 170 lbs, wearing black ski mask, dark colored clothing, and a backpack, armed with a black semi-auto handgun. Suspect #2:
Read MoreThe University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Police Department will maintain UWM Emergency Alerts on this page for 90 days. If no alerts are currently listed, that means that no UWM Emergency Alerts have been issued in the past 90 days.
If you have questions or concerns about UWM Emergency Alerts or campus safety in general, please contact the UW-Milwaukee Police Department at 414-229-4627.