After careful and thoughtful consideration, the UW-Madison Police Department decided not to renew its annual contract with Flock Safety, which ended on June 26, 2026. Flock equipment is currently deactivated and is in the process of being r…
UPDATE 6/18/2026 – 9:50 a.m.: Upon further investigation, the UWPD will be recommending the additional charges of false imprisonment and disorderly conduct to the Dane County District Attorney’s Office. Mr. Coney remains in custody and ther…
On May 26th, 1968 – the Sunday of finals week – UW-Madison freshman student, Christine “Chris” Rothschild, was found murdered on campus next to Sterling Hall. This year marks the 58th anniversary of her death. For nearly six decades, UWPD h…
Emergency Lake Rescue: (608) 262-3505 Non-Emergency calls: (608) 264-2677 Read Chief Plisch’s summer message » On May 26th, 1968 – the Sunday of finals week – UW-Madison freshman student, Christine “Chris” Rothschild, was found murdered on
Today, on what would have been Donna Mraz’s 67th birthday, the UW–Madison Police Department is renewing its call for information in the 1982 homicide of the 23-year-old UW–Madison student. In the early morning hours of July 2, 1982 — just d…
Be Prepared! Tornadoes are possible in and near the watch area. Review and discuss your emergency plans. Be ready to act quickly if a warning is issued or you suspect a tornado is approaching. Take Action! A tornado has been sighted or indi…
April is National 911 Education Month. During this time, the second full week is recognized as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week — a time to recognize and thank the dispatchers who play a critical role in keeping our communities…
By: UWPD Community Officer Jeff Kirchman It’s time to clean out the medicine cabinet. Each spring and fall, the federal Drug Enforcement Agency sponsors national prescription medication Take Back events. In April, there will be three opport…
The UW-Madison Police Department is undertaking a voluntary assessment to evaluate all aspects of our policies and procedures, management, operations, and support services. The assessment will be performed on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, by ass…
By: Community Officer Jeff Kirchman Spring weather will soon be here, so it’s a good time to review some of the laws and other rules that affect bicyclists. First, it’s important to point out that, in Wisconsin, a bicycle is considered a ve…
By: Law Enforcement Dispatcher KC Torgerson At the UW-Madison Police Department, we have 10 Law Enforcement Dispatchers (LEDs) who participate in ongoing training to ensure they are ready for you, whether answering routine calls for service…
Spring Break is just about here, and many have their minds set on their upcoming week off — whether that means going home, staying on or near campus, or traveling to a warm, exotic destination. Wherever you go, we hope you find some time to…