Crime Alert

The UMBC Police Department issues Crime Alerts to protect members of the University community, to promote safety, and to help reduce vulnerability.

Reported Incident: Attempted Motor Vehicle Theft

Location: Administration Drive Garage, Lower Level

Reported Date/Time: June 13, 2024, 8:00 p.m.

Occurred Date/Time: June 13, 2024, 8:00 p.m.

Incident Description: An attempted theft of a Hyundai occurred on the lower level of the Administration Drive Garage at approximately 8:00 p.m. 

The victim parked the vehicle at 7:40 p.m. Two unknown males were observed inside the vehicle and fled on foot when the victim returned at 8:00 p.m. 

Suspect 1:
13-16 year old male
Medium build, approximately 5'8"
Wearing a hat and gloves with a black sweat suit

Suspect 2:
13-16 year old male
Slim build, approximately 5'6"
Wearing a hat and gloves with a blue/green sweat suit

If you have any information about this incident, please call UMBC Police at 410-455-5555.

Safety Tips

Victims are not to blame. Perpetrators are responsible for criminal behavior. The following safety tips may reduce vulnerability:

• Stay alert and attuned to people and circumstances around you. Report suspicious activity to UMBC Police immediately.
• Remove USB cables from vehicles while not in use.
• Park in well-lit, highly visible areas.
• Lock your vehicle and take valuables with you.
• Consider purchasing a steering wheel lock or other anti-theft device.
• A limited number of steering wheel locks are available at the UMBC Police Department for owners of Honda, Hyundai, and Kia vehicles.