Sept. 25, 2025  4:30 p.m.

On Friday, Sept 19, at 9:45 p.m., Carson Hall housing staff reported finding a smoldering paper bag in the staff breakroom, under an open window. Damage to university property was minimal.

A person of interest was seen on camera near the window before the fire was discovered.  They appear to be a white woman, mid-twenties, blonde hair, around 5 foot 5 inches, in a grey hoodie sweatshirt, dark shorts, and no shoes. 

If you have any information about this event or individual, contact UOPD at 541-346-2919. Emergencies such as fires on campus should be reported to 9-1-1. 

Safety is the responsibility of all UO employees and concerns or observations should be reported to the university. 

Any updates to this report will be posted to alerts@uoregon.edu. 

What is this notice? Campus Information Statements 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 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.