Tag: Campus Burglary

WESTWOOD—On April 9, the UCLA Police Department reported that they are investigating a campus burglary that transpired at Centennial Hall. The incident transpired on April 8 at 8:55 p.m. on the 200 block of De Neve Drive.

The victim left the room unattended with the door propped open. Upon returning to the room, the victim observed the suspect inside looking through the victims’ property. The victim confronted the suspect and chased him out of the room.

He has been described as a Black male, between 20-25 years old, standing 6 feet tall and with a medium build. The suspect has black hair, mustache, and was last seen wearing a black T-Shirt with black shorts and carrying a black backpack.

The victim is a UCLA student and the victim was not injured during the incident. The incident is currently under investigation. The UCLA Police Department would like to remind the campus community to:

-Dial 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency.

-For non-emergencies, program the UCLA PD 24-hour phone number into your cell phone – 310-825-1491.

-Always be alert and aware of your surroundings.

-Report any suspicious activity to the police.

-Do not leave doors to buildings propped open.

-Secure your residence by locking all windows and doors.

-Avoid poorly-lit or deserted areas when walking at night.

-Utilize the UCLA Safe Ride Service and UCPD CSO evening escorts.

Anyone with details about the incident should contact the UCLA PD at 310-825-1491.

By Trevor

WESTWOOD—On Tuesday, December 31, 2024, the UCLA Police Department reported they are investigating an on campus burglary that transpired on December 30. The burglary occurred at the Weyburn Terrace Apartments at 700 Block Weyburn Terrace.

The incident was reported to have transpired between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. unknown suspect(s) entered the victim’s apartment via an unsecured window while a second resident was in another room and removed the victim’s property.

No details about potential suspects have been disclosed to the public. The victim is a UCLA student. The UCLA Police Department would like to remind the campus community to:

• Dial 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency.
• For non-emergencies, program the UCLA PD 24-hour phone number into your cell phone – 310-825-1491.
• Always be alert and aware of your surroundings.
• Report any suspicious activity to the police.
• Do not leave doors to buildings propped open.
• Secure your residence by locking all windows and doors.
• Avoid poorly-lit or deserted areas when walking at night.
• Utilize the UCLA Safe Ride Service and UCPD CSO evening escorts.

By Trevor

WESTWOOD—The UCLA Police Department reported a campus burglary at Olympic Hall on August 7. The UCLA PD reported on August 6 at 9:30 p.m., the victim heard an unknown suspect enter his room at Olympic Hall and then quickly leave. The victim exited his room and observed a suspect walking away from the room. After, the victim realized his wallet and car keys were stolen.

Authorities described the suspect as a Black male between the ages of 20 to 28. He is 5 feet and 8 inches tall with an average build, with curly brown/black hair and thin mustache. The suspect was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black sweatpants and black shoes. The incident is currently under investigation

The UCLA Police Department would like to remind the campus community to:

• Dial 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency.
• For non-emergencies, program the UCLA PD 24-hour phone number into your cell phone – 310-825-1491.
• Always be alert and aware of your surroundings.
• Report any suspicious activity to the police.
• Do not leave doors to buildings propped open.
• Secure your residence by locking all windows and doors.
• Avoid poorly-lit or deserted areas when walking at night.
• Utilize the UCLA Safe Ride Service and UCPD CSO evening escorts.

By Trevor