Alerts
Major Update - Missing UMD student has been found!
Dear Terrapin Community, As you are aware, the University of Maryland Police Department (UMPD) has been leading the search for missing University of Maryland student, Dilan Ashar, 22, who was last seen on Oct. 2 at approximately 2:30 a.m. at Terrapin Trail Parking Garage. Tonight we write to share good news: Dilan has been found! Thanks to the immense efforts of UMPD and our entire community, Dilan has been reunited with his family. We thank all our Terps and…
UMD Alert Test
First Wednesday of each month at 11:55 a.m., the campus tests the UMD Alert Emergency Notification System, Alertus System and Early Warning Sirens. These are only tests. In the event of an emergency, you will receive text and email notifications with information regarding the nature of the emergency and necessary protective actions. UMD affiliates may edit their mobile device settings at alert.umd.edu. Contact Information: University of Maryland…
Investigative Update in Critical Missing Student Case
Dear Campus Community, Since we communicated with you on Sunday about our critical missing student, 22-year-old, Dilan Shaan Ashar, we felt it important to reach out again and provide updates. First, we are sharing a video from Dilan’s family. We encourage everyone to watch and to share to help get the word out. As stated by Dilan’s family, he is without his cell phone, wallet, and any identification. We will continue to do our part. But we need your help in…
UMD Alert: UMPD Seeking Assistance in Report of Missing Student
The University of Maryland Police Department (UMPD) is asking for the community’s help in finding critical missing University of Maryland (UMD) student, 22-year-old, Dilan Shaan Ashar. On October 2, 2026, at approximately 2 a.m., Dilan was leaving his residence. He was last seen wearing a black University of Maryland hooded sweatshirt, grey sweatpants, and white shoes. He was last seen on camera on October 2, 2026, at approximately 2:30 a.m., at Terrapin Trail…
UMD Safety Notice: Aggravated Assault (Weapon Pointing)
INCIDENT: Aggravated Assault (Weapon Pointing) OCCURRED: September 29, 2026/ Approximately 9:24 a.m. LOCATION: Union Drive at Alumni Drive, College Park, Maryland 20742 UMPD CASE #: 2026-261877 BRIEF DETAILS: On September 29, 2026, at approximately 9:24 a.m., the University of Maryland Police Department (UMPD), Emergency Communications Center (ECC) received a transfer call from the Prince George’s County, Public…
The Annual Security Report (ASR) and Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) are Available for Review
Dear Campus Community, The 2026 Annual Security Report (ASR) and Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) are available for your review. The ASR provides safety and security resources and information to current and prospective students and their parents, as well as to faculty and staff members. Statistics comparing crime over the previous three years are outlined in the report. The ASR is a part of the effort to ensure that this collaborative endeavor is effective and is…