The actions of an off-duty UW-Madison Police Department officer led to the arrest of a suspect responsible for an off-campus weapons offense on Langdon Street. More info » uwpd.wisc.edu/incident_repor…

Earlier today, we were honored to receive our official accreditation from the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Accreditation Group. We are assessed by WILEAG every four years — the assessment explores all aspects of our department to ensure our operations, policies, and procedures are in line with best practices in policing. With this reaccreditation, UWPD remains the only triply accredited law enforcement agency in Wisconsin.

Early Saturday morning, UWPD officers arrested two suspects following a sexual assault. Release » uwpd.wisc.edu/incident_repor…

UWPD IS HIRING! We have a unique role we're looking to fill -- SECURITY SYSTEM SPECIALISTS. These folks provide technical administration, maintenance, and support for the UW-Madison campus access control and video security systems. We offer: ✅ Family atmosphere ✅ Top-notch state benefits ✅ Generous paid leave, including paid parental leave ✅ Paid, on-duty workout time ✅ Advancement opportunities Hurry -- the deadline to apply is August 16th! More info and apply online » joinuwpd.com/apply/.

Please help us congratulate Law Enforcement Dispatch Supervisor Dawn Veirs on earning her Emergency Number Professional certification through the National Emergency Number Association! It's an incredibly difficult certification to obtain — on top of that, she's one of only two people in the state (and the FIRST woman!) who currently hold BOTH national 911 organizations’ (NENA and APCO) professional certifications. Congratulations, Dawn!!

That's a wrap at Camp Randall. What a great night with AC/DC -- thanks for rocking with us! 🤘 Drive safely and don't forget to set your alarms...it's a workday tomorrow!

It’s no 𝘏𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘸𝘢𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘏𝘦𝘭𝘭 — but we are expecting lots of traffic and a pretty busy afternoon and evening in downtown Madison tonight for the AC/DC concert. If you’re coming to the show — or heading towards campus for any reason — plan ahead: 🤘Give yourself extra time 🤘Expect delays 🤘Watch for pedestrians and cyclists 🤘Be patient after the show Looking for info about parking, carry-in policies, etc.? Here you go: uwbadgers.com/feature/acdc#c… We’ll see you at Camp Randall soon!

From all of us at UWPD, have a safe and happy July 4h holiday! 🇺🇸

After careful and thoughtful consideration, UWPD has decided not to renew its annual contract with Flock Safety, which ended on June 26, 2026. The decision to transition away from Flock was made so that UWPD can work toward identifying an automated license plate reader (ALPR) vendor that better meets UW-Madison’s public safety needs. More info: uwpd.wisc.edu/uw-madison-pol…

On this day, 44 years ago, 23-year-old Donna Mraz was walking home from work when she was brutally attacked and murdered behind Camp Randall. More than four decades later, we haven't forgotten about Donna — and we haven't given up finding her killer and bringing her family justice and closure. If you have any information — even if you think it's insignificant — please contact us. 📞 608-265-2345 📧 [email protected] Anonymous tips can also be shared through Madison Area Crime Stoppers at 608-266-6014 or online at p3tips.com.

Two medical emergencies. Two lives saved. Earlier today, we honored Officer Derek Austin, Officer Derek Johnson, and Officer Justin Zurbuchen for their lifesaving actions during two separate incidents in May. When seconds mattered most, these officers stepped in without hesitation and helped save two members of our community. Please join us in congratulating them and thanking them for their dedication, compassion, and service!

Police Officer Derek Austin and K9 Mavi recently attended the Colorado K9 Conference, joining handlers and trainers from across the country for four days of intensive training and professional development. The conference focused on the latest K9 training techniques, best practices, and emerging trends in the field. PO Austin and K9 Mavi performed at a high level throughout the event and received positive feedback from instructors and fellow handlers alike. Great work, Derek and Mavi! 🐾

Today, we celebrate the dads, grandfathers, stepdads, foster dads, and father figures who help guide, support, and inspire those around them. Thank you for the countless ways you show up for your families, friends, and communities — whether through words of encouragement, acts of service, or simply being there when it matters most. From all of us at UWPD, Happy Father’s Day!

The UW-Madison Police Department has arrested a 43-year-old man following an attempted sexual assault and weapons violation at University Hospital on Wednesday morning. More info: uwpd.wisc.edu/incident_repor…

Our crew had so much fun at the annual Safety Saturday on the Capitol Square. Thanks to everyone who sopped by!

Congrats to Sgt. Haden Kilcoyne and Security Officers Jiri Keprda and Melody Rivard for successfully completing Honor Guard basic training in Oak Creek!

What a picture perfect morning for a run! UWPD was honored to join other law enforcement from the Manson area for the final leg of the Law-Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Wisconsin. Good luck to the amazing athletes in Whitewater this weekend!!

K9 Ritter’s final sign off. Happy retirement, buddy. And THANK YOU.

Today is a bittersweet day as we wish K9 Ritter a happy retirement after nine years of dedicated service to the UW–Madison community and beyond. Since joining UWPD in 2017, Ritter and Officer Justin Zurbuchen have worked side by side as an explosives-detection and human-tracking team, helping keep our campus safe through 327 deployments, countless special events, and every single Wisconsin football home game during Ritter's career. Ritter, thank you for your unwavering dedication, hard work, and loyal service. We know you'll enjoy trading long tracks and security sweeps for a well-deserved retirement with the Zurbuchen family. We'll miss seeing you around campus, but we're so excited for your next restful chapter. Enjoy retirement, Ritter! 🐾💙