March 12, 2025  10:30 a.m. 

On Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, an unauthorized person was found in the Mathew Knight Arena men’s locker room by a UO employee. The person had gathered items and hidden them in a suite bathroom. Items were returned to the employee, and the suspect left the building.  

The suspect was identified and arrested by UOPD officers in Springfield on Monday, March 10.   

Updates regarding this incident, when and if available, will be posted to alerts.uoregon.edu.   

March 11, 2025, 4:52 p.m. update - the dates and location of the incident have been updated for accuracy.

March 10, 2025,  5 p.m.

On Saturday, March 8, at about 6 a.m., an unknown person entered the 27^th Ave Apartments #4 tucked-under-garage and stole a 2017 dark grey Jeep Wrangler. The theft was reported to University Housing and Portland Police on Sunday, March 9.  

The suspect is described as male, skinny build, white/light skin, wearing a headband flashlight, black hoodie, blue jeans, and carrying a black backpack. 

There have been several other reports of smash and grab car break-ins in the early morning hours in the 27th Avenue Apartments tucked-under-garage at 6551 NE 27th Avenue and Liberty.  

What is this notice? Campus Security Advisories are released by the University of Oregon Police Department when certain crimes are reported on or near campus property, and in compliance with federal law. These provide information about campus safety situations and allow campus community members to take precautions for personal safety. All crimes should be reported as soon as possible to local law enforcement.  

 SAFETY TIPS FROM UOPD  

No action or inaction by a crime survivor makes that person responsible for his or her victimization. Perpetrators are responsible for crimes and their effects. The following suggestions may help reduce the possibility of experiencing such a crime or may improve opportunities to receive prompt assistance.  

• Many auto thefts are crimes of opportunity. Leaving the keys in your car (even a "hidden" spare key) greatly increases your chances of having your car stolen.
• Close your windows and lock your doors whenever you leave your car, regardless of how long you plan to be gone.
• Park in well-lit areas.
• Do not leave valuables and packages in your car.
• Always be alert when traveling to, from, and around campus – especially early in the morning and late at night. 
• Communities are safest when members look out for each other: report any suspicious activity or unauthorized strangers immediately. 
• Report criminal activity (such as a break-in or intruder, robbery, or assault) immediately to 9-1-1, or for non-emergency situations on campus, to UOPD Portland at 503-412-3700.  

 Feb. 26, 2025,  5 p.m. 

Several burglaries have been reported on campus in the past week.  

On Feb. 25, an unauthorized person entered the Barnhart Hall 1st, 2nd, and 4th floors between 10:58 p.m. and 11:15 p.m., and attempted to pry open the 1st and 4th floor lounge doors.  

The same person and a second person are wanted for questioning in connection with two burglaries last week at the Living Learning Center South (LLCS) and Carson Hall when laundry was stolen from dryers in the buildings.  

UOPD has identified two suspects in these three cases and is asking for your assistance in locating them and preventing further crimes in residence halls. If you see these suspects, have additional information, or know their whereabouts, please contact UOPD at 541-346-2919. 

Suspect 1 is a white male, 6’3”, 150 lbs, blond hair, blue eyes, approximately 25 years old.  

Suspect 2 is a white female, 5’5’, 150 lbs, blond hair, green eyes, approximately 35 years old.  

On Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, a separate and unrelated unauthorized person was found in the Matthew Knight Arena men’s locker room by a UO employee. The person had gathered items and hidden them in a suite bathroom. Items were returned to the employee, and the suspect left the building.  

The suspect is a white male, 5’9”, heavy-set, dark brown hair, large gauges in both ears, wearing a black t-shirt.  

Updates regarding these incidents, when and if available, will be posted to alerts.uoregon.edu. 

What is this notice? Campus Crime Alerts are released by the University of Oregon Police Department when certain crimes are reported on or near campus property, and in compliance with federal law. These timely warnings provide information about campus safety situations and allow campus community members to take precautions for personal safety. All crimes should be reported as soon as possible to local law enforcement.  

SAFETY TIPS FROM UOPD  

No action or inaction by a crime survivor makes that person responsible for his or her victimization. Perpetrators are responsible for crimes and their effects. The following suggestions may help reduce the possibility of experiencing such a crime or may improve opportunities to receive prompt assistance. 

• Communities are safest when members look out for each other. Report any suspicious activity or unauthorized strangers immediately.
• Secure your belongings and don’t leave them unattended.
• Make sure doors and windows are locked.
• Don’t hold doors open for unknown people to let them enter private, secure areas.
• Be alert traveling to, from, and around campus – especially at night.
• Carry a well-charged cell phone with emergency numbers pre-programmed.
• Bystanders should try to be aware of their surroundings, and if there are signs of a person in distress, bystanders should make themselves known and offer assistance if it is safe to do so, and/or seek immediate help from police or security personnel.   
• Report criminal activity (such as a break-in or intruder, robbery, or assault) immediately to 9-1-1, or for non-emergency situations on campus, to UOPD at 541-346-2919. 

 RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR SURVIVORS OF CRIME   

• Student survivors of crime may find support and resource options at safe.uoregon.edu or call the 24-hour SAFE hotline at 541-346-SAFE (7233).  
• University Counseling Services is open until 5:00 p.m. on weekdays and offers 24-hour crisis support via phone; 541-346-3227.  
• Duck Nest in EMU provides a place for students to practice self-care and life-balance. It is staffed by Peer Wellness Advocates.