Timely Warning – December 7, 2024
Update at 2:10 p.m.
The suspect is no longer on campus and Fredericksburg Police has discontinued the search. Please remain vigilant and contact UMW Police if you see the individual.
This concludes the search on campus.
Posted at 1:15 p.m.
In accordance with the federal Clery Act, this notice is being sent as a timely warning from The University of Mary Washington Police Department. This message may be received as a duplicate:
An armed robbery has been reported in the city of Fredericksburg today, Dec. 7. The suspect is described as a Black male wearing a gray beanie, a black jacket, and jeans, along with Adidas shoes. The individual was last seen in the vicinity of the Randolph Hall area around 1 p.m. and was reported to be armed with a knife. UMW Police are responding on the scene along with the Fredericksburg Police.
Contact UMW police if you see the individual.
This Timely Warning and any updates will be posted online at https://www.umw.edu/police/category/warnings-alerts/.
If you need to contact UMW Police, please call 540-654-1025 or 540-654-4444 in an emergency.
Safety Tips:
- Always remain aware of your surroundings
- Travel or walk in well-lighted areas
- Be a responsible bystander; look-out for fellow Eagles.