University Crime Information Center

 

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General Campus Safety Updates

• Expanded Camera Coverage: As of July 2025, the University has made the decision to increase surveillance coverage by installing additional security cameras on the South Campus. This complements ongoing efforts to update and expand our camera network across all university grounds.
• Tiger Patrol Program: Our Tiger Patrol initiative remains active and growing. The program is designed to ensure students and staff feel safe while on campus, particularly in parking lots and surrounding areas. Patrol visibility and engagement have increased as part of this effort.
• Upgraded Dispatch Center: UMPD has completed a full renovation of our dispatch center. It is now equipped with top-of-the-line technology, enabling faster response times and improved communication capabilities.
• K-9 Unit Addition: In February 2025, UMPD welcomed K-9 Pharaoh, a fully trained narcotics detection dog. Pharaoh plays a key role in assisting our officers in identifying and preventing illegal activity on campus.
• Modern Equipment Deployment: Our department remains equipped with a range of modern tools to enhance campus safety. These include less-lethal tasers, drones, and officer-worn body cameras, all of which support responsible and effective policing practices.

Safety & Grants 

Dear Tiger Family, 

Thanks to $18.2 million from 2023 through 2025 in grants awarded to our campus by the State, we are continuing to strengthen resources and further ensure that our campus community remains safe. Our University Crime Information Center (UCIC) is now fully operational. The UCIC is a technology-infused hub operating year-round to provide real-time data, enabling UofM Police Services to respond quickly and proactively to on-campus events and stop crime in its tracks.

Among the features of the UCIC are:

• 24/7 monitoring.

• Enhanced search capabilities, which allow for the ability to locate someone on campus by a description of what they are wearing.

• Suspicious activity alerts, which visually flags/alerts when something is suspicious.

• Virtual escorting, which allows for the ability to follow a person across the entire campus.

To begin the semester, we shared important tips for students, faculty and staff to remember regarding crime reduction. These include the three A’s:  

• Be Aware and vigilant of your surroundings. 

• Be Alert to suspicious people and vehicles. Remember you can remain anonymous when reporting suspicious activity.

• Avoid situations you perceive as dangerous. 

Additionally, we encourage the campus to continue securing all items out of plain view in your vehicle, follow general safety tips and continue to utilize campus safety resources, which can be found on the Police Services Webpage.

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University of Memphis 2025 Crime on Campus 

A Safer Campus for Everyone

From end of 2023 to 2025, we’ve achieved a significant reduction in crime across all campuses. This progress reflects our ongoing commitment to student safety, data-driven strategies, and effective community partnerships.

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Crime Reduction Highlights

2024 Results
• 31–32% decrease in total reported crime
• Implementation of targeted safety initiatives and increased visibility of campus security

2025 Projections
• Estimated 30-35% further reduction in campus crime
• Continued focus on prevention, early intervention, and engagement with students and staff

Overall Impact

 Overall campus crime rate is projected to drop by more than 50% —a milestone that underscores the effectiveness of our approach and the strength of our campus communities.

Key Factors in Our Progress

• Expanded campus security infrastructure and lighting

• Enhanced emergency response and reporting systems

• Ongoing collaboration with local law enforcement

• Comprehensive safety education and awareness