• Police Searching for Three Suspects Who Accosted Student
    2/26/12
    At approximately 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 26, a resident of Greiner Hall reported that while walking in Fargo Quad parking lot, he was accosted by three white males who pushed him to the ground, punching and kicking him. The victim was not injured in the attack but said that one of the suspects video-taped the incident with a cell phone.
  • UB Police Make Prompt Arrest in South Campus Incident
    2/16/12
    University at Buffalo Police on Feb. 15 arrested a 16-year-old male on charges of forcible touching and propositioning a male student on the South Campus.  
  • Alleged Armed Robbery on North Campus
    2/27/12
    At approximately 1:55 a.m. on Feb. 23, University Police responded to the report of an “alleged robbery” in a residence hall on UB’s North Campus. An investigation by UB police determined that there were some major discrepancies in the facts as initially reported, and that this was not a random criminal act.
  • Red Jacket Residence Hall safe for students to return
    3/2/12
    Students were evacuated from Red Jacket Residence Hall Thursday night due to an unidentified odor in the building. The smell was first reported around 10 p.m. Thursday.
  • UB Police Make Arrests in Red Jacket Incident
    3/31/12
    UB Police arrested two women for spraying a noxious substance in the fourth floor of Red Jacket Residence Hall on March 1, causing the evacuation of the North Campus building at approximately 10:20 p.m.
  • Home Invasion of UB Students
    3/28/12
    Buffalo Police have made two arrests related to a home invasion that occurred on Winspear Avenue on March 28 at approximately 1:39 a.m.
  • SUNY Brockport Student Missing
    4/4/12
    Colin Gillis, 18, a SUNY Brockport student, is missing.
  • UB Police Investigating Burglary
    5/5/12
    The University Police are investigating a burglary reported today, May 5, 2012, that occurred in the Red Jacket Residence Hall on the UB North Campus at 5:44 a.m.

    According to police, the victim woke up to find an unknown male standing in his room next to his desk. The suspect stated, “Sorry, wrong room,” and left. After the suspect left, the victim discovered that his credit card had been taken. The victim described the suspect as a black male, about 5 feet 9 inches tall, thin build, wearing a navy blue zippered sweatshirt, jeans and a red baseball cap.

    All residence hall residents are reminded to keep their doors closed and locked. Report suspicious persons to University Police immediately.

    Anyone who has any information regarding this incident is urged to contact the University Police at 716-645-2227.
  • Police Apprehend Suspect in Strong-Arm Robbery Near Campus
    5/11/12
    Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) Police are investigating a strong-arm robbery reported on May 11 at 10:56 a.m. near UB's South Campus. The robbery occurred off campus at the top of the NFTA's University rail station, and a suspect has been apprehended.
  • Buffalo Police Seek Man in Shooting Incident
    6/13/12
    Buffalo-area media have reported that police are seeking a Dr. Timothy V. Jorden Jr. as a person of interest in the fatal shooting of a woman this morning, June 13, at the Erie County Medical Center.
  • Buffalo Police Investigate Attempted Robbery
    8/27/12
    Buffalo Police are investigating an attempted robbery that occurred off campus at 1:45 a.m. on Aug. 26 at the corner of Main Street and LaSalle Avenue in the city of Buffalo.
  • UB Computing Reopens
    8/9/12
    The UB Computing Center on the North Campus has reopened following this morning’s temporary closure as a result of a fire alarm earlier today.
  • Man Sought in Shooting is Found Dead, Buffalo Police Report
    6/15/12
    The Buffalo Police Department has reported that Dr. Timothy V. Jorden Jr., a person of interest in the fatal shooting of Jacqueline Wisniewski at the Erie County Medical Center on June 13, has been found dead today, June 15. 
  • UB Police Invesitgate Larceny
    9/2/12
    The University Police are investigating a larceny that occurred at approximately 11:15 p.m. Sept. 1 at the Main St. circle bus stop.
  • UB Police Investigating Incident in Fargo Parking Lot
    9/25/12
    University Police are investigating an incident that occurred on Sept. 23, 2012, at approximately 9:40 p.m. in the Fargo Quad parking lot on UB’s North Campus. 
  • Update: Fargo Lot Incident is Unfounded
    10/13/12
    According to UB Police, the crime reported on September 23, 2012, and described in this bulletin, is unfounded and did not occur.  UB Police is continuing its investigation but there is no danger to the campus community regarding this matter, nor cause for concern.
  • Buffalo Police Investigating Off-Campus Incidents
    11/11/12
    Buffalo police are investigating incidents that occurred early this morning involving UB students. Each incident took place within the Heights neighborhood on Winspear and Lisbon avenues, near the South Campus, close to Main Street.
  • UB Police Arrest Robbery Suspect
    11/17/12
    University Police responded to an attempted armed robbery that occurred November 17 at approximately 1:20 a.m. at the corner of Winspear and Winridge avenues on the South Campus. The victims reported that a male, described as black, in his 20s, wearing a black coat/hoodie with red trim, displayed what appeared to be a small silver revolver and demanded money.  The victims turned and ran toward Kapoor Hall while the suspect fled east on Winridge Ave. towards Bailey Ave.  Nothing was taken from the victims and they were not injured. 
  • Strong-Arm Robbery Reported Near South Campus
    12/19/12
    The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) Police report that a strong-arm robbery occurred at about 9 p.m. on Dec. 18 in front of the NFTA's University rail station, which is adjacent to UB's South Campus.
  • UB Police Investigate Assault
    1/11/13
    University Police are investigating an assault that reportedly occurred on the South Campus grounds at approximately 6:10 p.m. on Jan. 11. The victim reported he was knocked down and kicked by a group of individuals as he was walking from the South Campus train station towards Bailey Avenue. The suspects were described as a group of 12 to15 young black males wearing dark clothing.
  • University Police Arrest Suspect for Forcible Touching and Trespass
    1/18/13
    University Police received a report that two females were inappropriately touched by a male inside a North Campus residence hall on January 18.
  • UB Police Investigating Assault in Clark Gym
    1/23/13
    University at Buffalo Police are investigating a report of an assault that occurred on Jan. 22 at Clark Gym on the UB South Campus. 
  • Carbon monoxide leak evacuates Richmond Quad Sunday night
    2/18/13
     
  • Bomb Threat Reported at University Metro Rail Station
    2/24/13
    Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) Police are responding to a bomb threat at the University Metro Rail Station on Main Street on the UB South Campus.  NFTA Police have evacuated the station and are advising everyone to stay away until further notice.
  • University Metro Rail Station Reopens
    2/24/13
    Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) Police have reopened the University Metro Rail Station on the UB South Campus after responding to a bomb threat.  It is safe to use the facility.
  • Buffalo Police Investigating Early-Morning Off-Campus Assault
    9/16/12
    Buffalo City Police are investigating an off campus assault that occurred on Sept. 16 at 1:55 a.m. on Winspear Avenue between Winridge Road and West Northrup in the City of Buffalo.
  • UB Police Investigating Incident on Amherst Bike Path
    10/20/12
    University at Buffalo Police are investigating an incident that occurred on the Amherst Bike Path near the Ellicott Complex basketball courts on Saturday, Oct. 20, at approximately 10 a.m.
  • UB is Open; University Officials are Monitoring Weather Conditions
    10/28/12
    UB will be open on Monday, Oct. 29, 2012. Classes and activities will be held as scheduled.   
  • UB Police Investigating Report of a Gun Pulled on South Campus
    2/25/13
    UB Police are investigating a report that a man pulled out what appeared to be a handgun in the Clark Hall gym following a dispute over a pick-up basketball game.  The suspect was last seen exiting the east side of Clark Hall and is believed to have left the campus. 
  • Clark Hall Incident Does Not Pose Continued Threat to Campus
    2/25/13
    University Police have completed interviews with witnesses and have concluded that today’s incident in the Clark Hall gymnasium was an isolated incident between the individuals involved. It does not present a continued threat to the university community.
  • UB Police phone system upgrade (March 12)
    3/11/13
    The UB Police phone system will be upgraded Tuesday, March 12. In the event of an emergency on this date, call 716-645-2223. Emergency Blue Light Phones will not be affected.
  • UB Police phone system upgrade complete
    3/12/13
    The upgrade of the UB Police phone system is completed. In the event of an emergency, call 716-645-2222 or use an Emergency Blue Light Phone located on campus.
  • Robbery reported near South Campus
    4/4/13
    The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) Police are investigating a robbery that occurred at 10 p.m. on April 3 at the University Metro Rail Station adjacent to UB's South Campus.
  • Classrooms in Kimball Tower closed.
    4/11/13
    Several classrooms in Kimball Tower on the University at Buffalo South Campus are closed until further notice due to emergency repairs to a safety access ladder on the roof of the building. Efforts are underway to reschedule the classes that take place in these rooms.
  • Safe to return to Biomedical Education Building
    4/24/13
    Fire crews dispatched earlier to the UB South Campus to investigate reports of smoke in UB’s Biomedical Education Building have determined that the source was an overheated fan in the building's ventilation system. Fire and safety officials have determined that it is now safe to return to the building.
  • Attempted robbery reported on South Campus
    4/24/13
    University Police report that an attempted robbery took place at approximately 9:25 p.m. on April 24 in the Main-Bailey parking lot on UB’s South Campus.
  • Fire reported in Spaulding Quad
    5/2/13
    A fire has been reported in Spaulding Quadrangle, and is under control. Please stay away until further notice.
  • UB Police arrest man loitering on Main Street campus for early-morning robbery
    6/28/13
    BUFFALO, N.Y. – University at Buffalo Police Thursday arrested a 25-year-old man sleeping in his car on campus, charging him with robbing a woman early Wednesday morning at the university’s South Campus along Bailey Avenue.
  • University Police investigating robbery near South Campus
    6/26/13
    University Police are investigating a robbery that occurred on June 26 at 5:50 a.m. on the sidewalk at Bailey Avenue and Goodyear Road. The suspect approached the victim and said he had a knife and demanded the victim’s purse. No weapon was displayed.
  • Situation under control at Spaulding Quad
    5/2/13
    Anyone who resides in Spaulding Quad may return to their rooms at 9:30 p.m. except if you live in Building 1. 
  • Amherst Police investigating assault on bike path near UB North Campus
    8/15/13
    Amherst Police are investigating an assault that reportedly occurred on the Amherst Bike Path near the UB North Campus on Wednesday, Aug. 14. The victim reported that he observed an unknown male who appeared to be chasing after a woman with a wooden club in his hand. When the victim intervened, he was beaten by the man with the club and sustained injuries. The male suspect and the unidentified female both fled the area on foot. 
  • Buffalo Police investigate home invasion
    8/28/13
    The Buffalo Police Department is investigating a home invasion that occurred on Winspear Avenue  at 10:45 pm last night.  Buffalo Police reported that three black males in their teens were armed with handguns, forced their way into the house and demanded money. Suspects were not picked up on university cameras coming onto campus.  They fled on foot in an unknown direction.  Police have reason to believe this house was specifically targeted by the suspects.  The victims in this case are not affiliated with the university.  UB Police assisted Buffalo police, but the suspects were not immediately apprehended.  
  • UB Alert: Power outage on UB North Campus
    9/21/13
    Intermittent power outages have been reported in the academic areas on the UB North Campus. Power is expected to be restored in about 45 minutes except in the Center for the Arts, where restoration may take several hours. Look for updates on http://emergency.buffalo.edu/.
  • UB Alert: Power has been restored on North Campus
    9/21/13
    Power has been restored on the North Campus.
  • Baird Hall partially closed
    9/25/13
    The bottom three floors of Baird Hall on the North Campus are closed today due to sprinkler malfunction. This includes the Music Library, music studios and other rooms on floors 1,2 and 3. 
  • Baird Hall library, basement closed
    9/25/13
    The Baird Hall library and basement are closed until further notice. The rest of the building is open.
  • Update: Baird Hall library, basement closed all day
    9/25/13
    The Baird Hall library and basement are expected to remain closed for the rest of the day. The rest of the building is open. An update on when the library and basement will reopen will be posted as soon as that information is available.
  • Baird Hall library remains closed
    9/26/13
    UB Alert:  Baird Hall is open, except for the Music Library, which will remain closed for the rest of the week.
  • Music Library closed indefinitely
    10/3/13
    Due to a sprinkler malfunction, the Music Library in Baird Hall on UB's North Campus will be closed indefinitely. Music Library Course Reserve materials have been moved to the Silverman Library in Capen Hall. If you need access to Music Library collections, please use our Delivery+ service and we’ll get it for you. Music Library staff are available at 645-2923, or visit the Lockwood Library Circulation Desk for assistance.
  • Music Library reopens
    10/7/13
    The Music Library is reopening for business at 1:00 p.m. today, October 7, after emergency closure due to water damage.
  • UB Police phones to be upgraded
    10/7/13
    The UB Police phone system will be upgraded on October 8.   In the event of an emergency on this date, if your call does not go through please call 716-645-2223.  Emergency Blue Light Phones and most campus phones will not be affected.
  • UB Police phone upgrade complete
    10/8/13
    The upgrade of the UB Police phone system is completed.  In the event of an emergency, call 716-645-2222 or use an Emergency Blue Light Phone located on campus.
  • Buffalo police issue warning about cellphone robberies
    10/17/13
    Buffalo police warned the public today about cellphone robberies near D’Youville College on the city’s West Side and in other neighborhoods.
  • Robbery reported on North Campus
    10/19/13
    University Police are investigating a robbery that occurred last night, October 18, at 10 p.m. outside of 108 Hadley Village on UB’s North Campus.
  • UB Police Investigating Craigslist Related Robberies
    12/6/13
    City of Buffalo Police are investigating three related armed robberies that occurred between November 24 and 27, one of which was on Winspear Avenue in the vicinity of the South Campus. The suspect contacted the victims to purchase what the victims posted on Craigslist, and then proceeded to rob them of an X-box, iPad, and a computer.
  • University Police to conduct training exercises at Pritchard Hall
    12/31/13
    University Police are planning to conduct training exercises at Pritchard Hall from 12-4 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 3 and Wednesday, Jan. 8.
  • UB’s Internet Link Is Down
    1/30/14
    UB’s Internet link is down, impacting UBlearns, MyUB and off-campus email access. This also impacts the ability to reach off-campus networks.
  • UB’s Internet Connection Is Restored
    1/30/14
    Internet access to and from the university is restored. UBlearns, MyUB and email are now fully functional.
  • UB will be open tonight
    2/5/14
    The University at Buffalo will be open tonight, Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2014, and classes and activities will be held as scheduled.
  • Amherst Police investigate off-campus shooting
    2/9/14
    Amherst Police are investigating a shooting incident, which occurred in the area of McDonald’s restaurant, 3500 Main Street in Amherst, at approximately 11:18 p.m. on Saturday, February 8.
  • Several bad drug reactions reported to UB Police over the weekend
    2/16/14
    University at Buffalo Police have responded to several instances of students having medical emergencies after smoking suspected marijuana.  It is possible that illegal drugs being sold are mixed with other substances such as synthetic marijuana, which has been known to have serious side-effects such as agitation, increased sweating, inability to speak and hallucinations.  In the calls to University Police this weekend, victims experienced trouble breathing, dizziness, nausea and general disorientation.  The eight students involved all were transported to the hospital this weekend with similar symptoms.
  • UB Police investigating sexual assault on South Campus
    2/16/14
    University at Buffalo Police are investigating a sexual assault that occurred early this morning at a South Campus residence hall.  The suspect is known to the victim and the University Police investigation is continuing.  It is not believed there is a current threat to others at this time.
  • UB Police warn of residence hall larcenies
    3/3/14
    University Police are investigating a series of larcenies from unlocked residence hall rooms in Red Jacket Quad on the North Campus. The suspects are believed to be a black male and female working together as a team.
  • UB Police warn of email scam
    3/6/14
    Please be aware that threatening emails are circulating on- and off-campus in an attempt to extort money.  While there are many variations of this scam, if you feel threatened please contact your local police.  On campus, please call UB Police at 716-645-2222.
  • Update on investigation of male entering women’s rest rooms on South Campus
    6/26/14

    University at Buffalo Police investigators have determined that the individual arrested on June 24 is the same individual shown in the photo on the University Police website entering a women’s bathroom in Kapoor Hall on June 10.

  • UB Police investigating reports of male entering women’s rest rooms on South Campus
    6/25/14
    The University Police are investigating an incident that occurred in Kapoor Hall on June 10 and a second incident that occurred in Diefendorf Hall on June 24. In both incidents, witnesses reported observing an Asian male entering women’s restrooms. Witnesses report that the subject may have been attempting to photograph women in the first incident. Video images were captured of a possible suspect from the Kapoor Hall incident. These images are posted on the University Police website at http://www.student-affairs.buffalo.edu/public-safety/know.php. The University Police are actively working on determining the subject’s identity.
  • Sex Offender Community Notification
    8/25/14
    Under amendments to "Megan's Law," adopted to comply with a federal law known as the Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act of 2000, sex offenders registered in New York are required to notify the registry of any institution of higher education at which he or she is, or expects to be, enrolled, attending or employed -- and whether such sex offender resides or expects to reside in a facility operated by the institution.
  • UB Police searching for suspect
    9/18/14
    On Wednesday, September 17, a female UB student was assaulted by an unknown college-aged black male near Capen Hall, North Campus, at approx. 2:15 p.m.
  • Update: Claims of assault are unfounded
    9/19/14
    A University Police investigation has determined that the assault report made by a UB student on Sept. 18 is unfounded.  Due to federal privacy laws, the university cannot discuss identity of the alleged victim or comment on her condition. 
  • Risk of Ebola in US Remains Low
    8/20/14
    The world, and UB, are carefully watching the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. If you or your family have questions about the outbreak or Ebola in general, visit: http://health.buffalo.edu/ebola
  • UB police investigating assault
    10/18/14
    University Police are investigating an assault that occurred at the Ellicott Complex bus stop on the North Campus at approximately 3:18 a.m. today.  An individual approached the victim, a student, and punched him in the face causing injuries.
  • Risk of Ebola in US Remains Low
    9/29/14
    UB officials continue to monitor the Ebola outbreak in West Africa.
  • UB police investigating sexual assault
    11/9/14
    University Police are investigating a sexual assault that occurred early this morning in a North Campus apartment.  The suspect became acquainted with the victim at an off-campus location.  University Police investigation into the incident is continuing.
  • Power outage in Red Jacket - building opened at 7am
    2/19/15
    Red Jacket Quad on the UB North Campus opened at 7am.
  • Power outage in Red Jacket - update
    2/18/15
    Red Jacket Quad on the UB North Campus is experiencing a weather-related power outage.
  • Power outage in Red Jacket
    2/18/15
    Red Jacket Quad on the UB North Campus is experiencing a weather-related power outage.
  • Squire Hall has reopened after small fire
    3/10/15
    Squire Hall on the UB South Campus was evacuated following a small fire in the basement of the building.
  • Sexual assault reported
    4/6/15
    University Police received a report today that a student was sexually assaulted in an on-campus apartment on Sunday, April 5, by a person with whom she was acquainted. 
  • University Police investigating burglary at Flickinger Court apartments
    4/22/15
    A resident of Flickinger Court on the UB North Campus reported that his wallet was stolen from his apartment on the evening of April 20.  It appears that an unknown person opened an unlocked window after cutting and removing the screen, and was able to reach in and take the wallet, which was left on a table near the window.
  • University Police to conduct training on June 25
    6/23/15
    On Thursday, June 25, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., the University Police Emergency Service Unit will be conducting a routine training around the Ellicott Creek Bike Path and Letchworth Woods.
  • Evacuation Drill Scheduled for 3:30 PM August 10, 2015
    8/10/15
    General Evacuation Procedures
  • UB Police investigating assault on South Campus
    9/20/15
    University Police are investigating a report of an assault that occurred today at 5:03 p.m. and which was reported to police later this evening. 
  • Police reopen Lockwood Library
    9/25/15
    UB Police have reopened Lockwood Library after evacuating it for a short time so a fire crew could extinguish a small fire in garbage can outside of the building, which set off fire alarms inside the building.  
  • Police are investigating an assault, reported today, that occurred October 8, 2015 at 1:35 am
    10/8/15
    An incident has occurred on or near a University at Buffalo campus that may pose a continuing threat to the university community. This warning is provided so that you may take whatever action is deemed necessary for your safety.
  • UB Police investigating strong-arm robbery on South Campus
    1/11/15
    University Police are investigating a strong-arm robbery that occurred at approximately 7:20 p.m. today in the Main and Bailey parking lot on UB’s South Campus.  According to police, two men threated the victim and took his cell phone and some cash. 
  • Buffalo Police Investigating 12/13 Off-Campus Robbery
    12/14/15
    An incident has occurred on or near a University at Buffalo campus that may pose a continuing threat to the university community. This warning is provided so that you may take whatever action is deemed necessary for your safety.
  • University Police investigating incident on North Campus
    12/31/15
    University Police are investigating a report that a man exposed himself outside an apartment window at Creekside Village on the University at Buffalo’s North Campus around 7 p.m. on Dec. 30.
  • Buffalo Police investigating a 1/7 off campus burglary
    1/7/16
    An incident has occurred on or near a University at Buffalo campus that may pose a continuing threat to the university community. This warning is provided so that you may take whatever action is deemed necessary for your safety.
  • Weather is causing travels delays
    2/16/16

    Due to today's weather conditions, passengers may find that travel via UB Transportation Services, and travel in general, is slow and delayed.

  • Campus community urged to be cautious when walking or driving
    2/16/16

    Due to the changing weather conditions, members of the campus community are urged to be cautious when driving and walking on campus as University Facilities continues its ongoing snow removal operations.

  • UB is open today, March 2, 2016
    3/2/16
    The University at Buffalo is open and following its regular operational and academic schedule for Wednesday, March 2. Officials are monitoring weather conditions and will provide updates as needed.
  • Important information from UB's Student Health Services regarding mumps at UB
    3/11/16
    As a precaution, we are writing to notify you that there has been a student identified with mumps here at UB.
  • Amherst Police seek community help in finding missing persons
    3/18/16
    The Amherst Police Department is asking anyone with information about the whereabouts of two missing men to contact the department at 716-689-1349.   The two men, Nisha George and Samuel Sly, were last seen in Amherst in February and March, respectively.  According to police, there does not appear to be any connection between the two cases.
  • UB officials continue to monitor the Zika Virus
    2/4/16
    If members of the UB community have questions about the Zika Virus in general, see the CDC website on the Zika Virus, CDC Zika Travel Information or visit the Student Health Services website.
  • UB Police looking for missing student
    3/31/16

    University at Buffalo Police are asking the community to be on the lookout for a missing student.

  • Missing UB student found safe
    3/31/16

    University at Buffalo Police are asking the community to be on the lookout for a missing student.

  • Small fire in Capen Hall
    5/7/16

    UB Police have let people back into Capen Hall and adjoining buildings after a small electrical fire in Capen Hall was reported and extinguished.