In compliance with the “Timely Notice” provision of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998 Augsburg University Department of Public Safety is giving notice of a concerning incident that occurred on the Minneapolis campus.

REPORTED OFFENSE:  Assault and Reckless Driving

At about 5:30 PM on 4-6-23, Augsburg’s Department of Public Safety received several reports that a blue sedan was driving through campus in an extremely reckless manner. The conduct included driving onto the sidewalk and nearly hitting people.  Augsburg Public Safety Officers were quickly able to locate the vehicle involved and followed it off campus while alerting the Minneapolis Police Department as to the direction of travel. At least one additional vehicle, a silver SUV, was also seen speeding through campus but left when followed by Department of Public Safety officers. While law enforcement officers responded, it is unknown if the vehicles were located. Based on witness accounts at least one vehicle appeared to intentionally drive at a pedestrian and the occupants were wearing black ski masks.

STATUS:  Augsburg Public Safety and the Minneapolis Police (MPD) are currently investigating this incident. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact MPD or Augsburg DPS at 612-330-1717.

We are grateful to those who called to report this situation in such a timely manner.

Please report any and all concerns that may impact our campus community. If You See Something – Say Something (x1717). We also encourage you to utilize the resources available on our website: www.augsburg.edu/dps and in the CampusShield safety app (available for free download on Google Play and iTunes app store).

SAFETY TIPS: These are general safety tips and may not be related to this specific incident.

1. Pay attention to your surroundings.
2. Report any suspicious or hazardous activity to Augsburg Dispatch at 612-330-1717.
3. Call 911 for emergencies.

Augsburg University believes that physical descriptors alone are not a valid reason to profile or cast suspicion on any individual.  When physical descriptors are included in communication to the Augsburg community, it is done so because they may reasonably assist in identifying the perpetrator of the incident.  Augsburg University uses perceived race and gender descriptors that are provided about a suspect only when additional characteristics (beyond clothing) are also available.  Such descriptors are used in an attempt to provide the campus community with important information.  However, the University recognizes that race and gender are personal identity attributes that cannot always be accurately perceived by others, and that any reported information may not be accurate.

In compliance with the “Timely Notice” provision of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998, Augsburg University Department of Public Safety is giving notice of a concerning incident that occurred near the Ice Arena on the Minneapolis campus.

REPORTED OFFENSE:  Aggravated Assault

At about 10:30 AM on Thursday, 2-9-23, Augsburg’s Department of Public Safety received a report from an Augsburg employee that someone had pointed a gun at them from across the street in the area of 25th and Riverside near the Ice Arena. 

Augsburg Department of Public Safety officers responded to the report, along with the Minneapolis Police Department. While checking the area, the DPS officers found a person matching the description of the suspect provided by the witness. DPS staff kept the subject under observation until Minneapolis officers arrived and made contact with that person. Despite a search of the person and the surrounding area no firearm was found.   

An Augsburg campus emergency alert was sent at the time of the report to inform Augsburg students, faculty, and staff to stay away from the area, and an all clear notification was sent when the area was deemed safe. No gun was found, no shots were fired, and no one was injured during this reported event.

STATUS:  Augsburg Public Safety and the Minneapolis Police (MPD) are continuing to investigate this incident. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact MPD or Augsburg DPS at 612-330-1717.

Please report any and all concerns that may impact our campus community. If You See Something – Say Something (x1717). We also encourage you to utilize the resources available on our website: 

• Register for Emergency Notifications: If you did not receive the emergency alerts on Thursday, you need to update your registration. Log into Inside Augsburg and click “Emergency Notification” in the left menu. You can add text and voice numbers as well as email addresses to receive future alerts. 
• Download the CampusShield safety app at www.augsburg.edu/dps. CampusShield features include emergency calling, submit a tip, safety check, and student emergency procedures..

SAFETY TIPS: These are general safety tips and may not be related to this specific incident.

1. Pay attention to your surroundings.
2. Report any suspicious activity to Augsburg Dispatch at 612-330-1717.
3. Call 911 for emergencies.
   

Augsburg University believes that physical descriptors alone are not a valid reason to profile or cast suspicion on any individual.  When physical descriptors are included in communication to the Augsburg community, it is done so because they may reasonably assist in identifying the perpetrator of the incident.  Augsburg University uses perceived race and gender descriptors that are provided about a suspect only when additional characteristics (beyond clothing) are also available.  Such descriptors are used in an attempt to provide the campus community with important information.  However, the University recognizes that race and gender are personal identity attributes that cannot always be accurately perceived by others, and that any reported information may not be accurate.

In compliance with the “Timely Notice” provision of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998 Augsburg University Department of Public Safety is giving notice of a concerning incident that occurred in Sverdrup Hall on the Minneapolis campus.

REPORTED OFFENSE:  Sexual Assault

On 1/27/23, Augsburg’s Department of Public Safety received a report that a student was sexually assaulted by another student in Sverdrup Hall earlier in the day. The assault involved intimate touching without consent.

Through information provided and investigation DPS identified the student alleged to have been involved, and that student has been restricted from campus pending a Title IX investigation.

STATUS: Augsburg Public Safety and the Augsburg Title IX office are currently investigating this incident. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact Augsburg Department of Public Safety or the Title IX office.

SAFETY TIPS: Augsburg University strives to maintain a University community free of sexual misconduct and is committed to addressing sexual misconduct. The University works to create and maintain a positive learning, working, and living environment in which community members are aware of and respect the rights of others and in which community members take responsibility for their actions. To that end, the University prohibits sexual misconduct and will take steps to prevent its recurrence and to correct its effects.

Please report any and all concerns that may impact our campus community. If You See Something – Say Something (x1717). We also encourage you to utilize the resources available on our website: www.augsburg.edu/dps and in the CampusShield safety app (available for free download on Google Play and iTunes app store).

Augsburg University believes that physical descriptors alone are not a valid reason to profile or cast suspicion on any individual.  When physical descriptors are included in communication to the Augsburg community, it is done so because they may reasonably assist in identifying the perpetrator of the incident.  Augsburg University uses perceived race and gender descriptors that are provided about a suspect only when additional characteristics (beyond clothing) are also available.  Such descriptors are used in an attempt to provide the campus community with important information.  However, the University recognizes that race and gender are personal identity attributes that cannot always be accurately perceived by others, and that any reported information may not be accurate.

Augsburg University is moving in-person classes that start at 4:30 p.m. or later in Minneapolis and Rochester to a virtual or alternative format on Tuesday evening due to the ongoing winter storm.

Students, please watch for communications from your instructors with more specific information or consult your course Moodle site for more details. Essential employees are advised to contact their supervisors with any questions. Examples of essential services may include security, maintenance, residential and food service operations, and custodial services.

For information on specific campus facilities, services and events, see Campus Facilities, Services, and Events Weather Updates.

Alert Date: 11-23-22 Incident Date: 11-12-22 through 11-19-22

Offense: Motor Vehicle Theft

Location: 23rd Ave near Kennedy Center and Lot B

Between 11/12/22 and 11/19/22 there have been motor vehicles stolen on campus. One was taken from 23rd Avenue near Kennedy Center and two were taken from Lot B. In at least two of the incidents entry was made into the vehicles by breaking out a window. There may have been two additional attempts during the same time frame involving forced entry and damage to steering columns. It is believed each of the incidents took place during the early evening hours.

Augsburg public Safety and the Minneapolis Police Department are investigating these offenses. Anyone with any information regarding these incidents is asked to call Augsburg Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717.

Remember that YOU can help prevent crimes from occurring on campus by following the tips below and calling Public Safety when you witness suspicious activity.

Be aware of your surroundings.   Lock your doors.   Report people tailgating into buildings. Watch your valuables – do not leave valuables unattended.  Lock your vehicle and keep valuables out of sight.  Walk in groups or call Public Safety for an escort.  Stay in well lit areas if possible.  Report suspicious activity IMMEDIATELY!

Contact Public Safety by calling 612-330-1717 or using the 

TIMELY NOTICE BULLETIN

Armed Robbery

4/16/2022

In compliance with the “Timely Notice” provision of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998 Augsburg University Department of Public Safety is giving notice of a concerning incident that occurred in Lot L on the Minneapolis campus.

REPORTED OFFENSE:  Armed Robbery

Today, April 16, Augsburg’s Department of Public Safety received a report that at around 7:05 a.m. an attempted armed robbery occurred in Lot L. A non-Augsburg individual was walking toward their car when a male approached her, demanded her money, and pulled out a handgun. The suspect ran off campus without taking anything.  There currently is no description of the suspect, and the Minneapolis Police have been notified of this incident.

STATUS:  Augsburg Public Safety is cooperating with the Minneapolis Police (MPD) investigation of this incident. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact MPD or Augsburg Public Safety at 612-330-1717.

Please report any and all concerns that may impact our campus community. If You See Something – Say Something (x1717). We also encourage you to utilize the resources available on our website: www.augsburg.edu/dps and in the CampusShield safety app (available for free download on Google Play and iTunes app store).

SAFETY TIPS:

• Be aware of your surroundings

• If possible, walk in groups or call DPS at 612-330-1717 for an escort

• Report any suspicious or dangerous activity immediately to Augsburg Public Safety or MPD

Augsburg University believes that physical descriptors alone are not a valid reason to profile or cast suspicion on any individual.  When physical descriptors are included in communication to the Augsburg community, it is done so because they may reasonably assist in identifying the perpetrator of the incident.  Augsburg University uses perceived race and gender descriptors that are provided about a suspect only when additional characteristics (beyond clothing) are also available.  Such descriptors are used in an attempt to provide the campus community with important information.  However, the University recognizes that race and gender are personal identity attributes that cannot always be accurately perceived by others, and that any reported information may not be accurate.

TIMELY NOTICE BULLETIN

Aggravated Assault

04/12/2022

In compliance with the “Timely Notice” provision of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998, Augsburg University Department of Public Safety is giving notice of a concerning incident that occurred, as reported below, outside Lindell Library on the Minneapolis campus.

REPORTED OFFENSE:  Aggravated Assault

Today, April 12, Augsburg’s Department of Public Safety received a report that at approximately 5:00 p.m., a non-Augsburg affiliated individual was shot during an altercation outside of Lindell Library. Witnesses stated that an individual got into a fight with three suspects inside of Lindell Library. The altercation moved outside near 22nd Ave, at which point, one of the suspects pulled out a gun and shot the victim in the leg. All three suspects fled in a brown/red Ford SUV with the license plate DZA-454. Minneapolis Police (MPD) and Augsburg Public Safety quickly arrived on scene after the incident and secured the area.  It is important to note that this was a non-police-involved shooting.

STATUS:  Augsburg Public Safety and MPD are currently investigating this incident. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact MPD or Augsburg DPS at 612-330-1717.

Please report any and all concerns that may impact our campus community. If You See Something – Say Something (x1717). We also encourage you to utilize the resources available on our website: www.augsburg.edu/dps and in the CampusShield safety app (available for free download on Google Play and iTunes app store).

SAFETY TIPS:

• Be aware of your surroundings
• Notify Augsburg Public Safety immediately of any suspicious or dangerous activity
• If you are being harassed, go to a public place and ask someone to call Augsburg Public Safety or 911
• If you see a vehicle matching the description of the suspect vehicle, immediately notify Augsburg Public Safety and MPD – DO NOT APPROACH THE VEHICLE

Augsburg University believes that physical descriptors alone are not a valid reason to profile or cast suspicion on any individual.  When physical descriptors are included in communication to the Augsburg community, it is done so because they may reasonably assist in identifying the perpetrator of the incident.  Augsburg University uses perceived race and gender descriptors that are provided about a suspect only when additional characteristics (beyond clothing) are also available.  Such descriptors are used in an attempt to provide the campus community with important information.  However, the University recognizes that race and gender are personal identity attributes that cannot always be accurately perceived by others, and that any reported information may not be accurate.

Augsburg University is moving in-person classes that start at 5 p.m. or later on the Minneapolis campus to a virtual or alternative format on Tuesday evening due to the ongoing winter storm.

Students, please watch for communications from your instructors with more specific information or consult your course Moodle site for more details. Essential employees are advised to contact their supervisors with any questions. Examples of essential services may include security, maintenance, residential and food service operations, and custodial services. 

For information on specific campus facilities, services and events, see Campus Facilities, Services, and Events Weather Updates.

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report and the Minnesota Office of Higher Education Sexual Assault Data Report are now available on the Department of Public Safety website at by visiting the Crime Alerts and Logs page, or by clicking on the following link; 2021 Annual Security Report.

If you would like to receive a physical copy of the combined Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains this information, you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (612) 330-1717 or email a request to publicsafety@augsburg.edu.

The website and booklet contain information regarding campus security and personal safety topics such as: crime prevention, fire safety, public safety law enforcement authority, crime reporting policies, disciplinary procedures and other matters of importance related to security and safety on campus.  They also contain information about crime statistics for the three previous calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned and controlled by Augsburg University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus.

This information is required by law and is provided by the Augsburg University Department of Public Safety.