{
  "id": "2024-12-04-university-of-michigan-multiple-car-related-incidents",
  "slug": "university-of-michigan-multiple-car-related-incidents-2024-12-04",
  "institution": {
    "name": "University of Michigan",
    "shortName": "U-M",
    "state": "MI",
    "type": "public-r1",
    "alertSystemName": "DPSS Security Bulletin / Crime Alert",
    "enrollment": 51000
  },
  "incident": {
    "date": "2024-12-04",
    "type": "motor-vehicle-theft",
    "cleryCategory": "timely-warning",
    "resolution": "under-investigation",
    "headline": "Multiple auto thefts and car-related incidents under investigation",
    "headlinePublic": "Multiple auto thefts and car-related incidents under investigation",
    "summary": "Official public safety [published this notice](https://www.dpss.umich.edu/news-and-alerts/security-bulletins/security-bulletin-12-04-24-multiple-car-related-incidents) dated 2024-12-04. Full text is preserved from the official page.",
    "outcome": "See official notice for investigation status and safety guidance."
  },
  "alerts": [
    {
      "sequence": 1,
      "type": "initial",
      "channel": "email",
      "verbatimText": "December 4, 2024\nSecurity Bulletin 12/04/24: Multiple Car-Related Incidents\nThe Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) is investigating multiple car-related incidents.\nThese have included auto theft, attempted auto theft, and attempted entry into an occupied vehicle. Additionally, a suspect entered a victim’s car and directed them to drive to another location; the suspect was later identified and arrested, underscoring the importance of prompt reporting.\nWhile there is no evidence to suggest that the incidents were related and no indication of an ongoing threat, we encourage everyone to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity. Your cooperation and awareness are crucial in maintaining a safe campus environment.\nSafety Tips:\nTrust your instincts: If a situation feels unsafe, choose an alternative option.\nSeek help if threatened: Use a blue light emergency phone or call 911.\nReport suspicious behavior: If you see something, say something.\nStay secure: Lock your car doors and stay aware of your surroundings, especially in low-lit areas.If you have information about these or other incidents, please contact DPSS at 734-763-1131, text 377911, or call the confidential tip line at 1-800-863-1355.",
      "isVerbatimConfirmed": true,
      "sourceUrl": "https://www.dpss.umich.edu/news-and-alerts/security-bulletins/security-bulletin-12-04-24-multiple-car-related-incidents",
      "sourceDescription": "U-M DPSS Security Bulletin 12/04/24",
      "annotations": [
        "Transcribed from official public safety web page HTML."
      ],
      "characterCount": 1224,
      "confidence": "high",
      "timestampApprox": "Security Bulletin dated December 4, 2024"
    }
  ],
  "context": "Official campus public-safety notice recovered from institutional website.",
  "keyFindings": [
    "Official full-text notice provides incident narrative and safety guidance."
  ],
  "sources": [
    {
      "type": "official-archive",
      "title": "U-M DPSS Security Bulletin 12/04/24",
      "url": "https://www.dpss.umich.edu/news-and-alerts/security-bulletins/security-bulletin-12-04-24-multiple-car-related-incidents",
      "accessDate": "2026-07-25"
    }
  ],
  "confidence": "high",
  "tags": [
    "michigan",
    "dpss",
    "motor-vehicle-theft",
    "security-bulletin"
  ],
  "dateAdded": "2026-07-25",
  "lastUpdated": "2026-07-25",
  "addedBy": "ingestion"
}