E-vehicle Motor Vehicle Theft (Main Campus)
Sept. 3, 2025
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University of Arizona Police Department Crime Alert
(Clery Timely Warning)
Type of Offense: E-vehicle Motor Vehicle Theft
Today’s Date: 9/3/25
Date and Time of Occurrence: Between August 18 and September 1 there were 5 completed E-vehicle (E-bike and E-scooters) thefts and 3 attempted e-vehicle thefts were reported to UAPD on multiple dates and times.
Today’s Date: 9/3/25
Date and Time of Occurrence: Between August 18 and September 1 there were 5 completed E-vehicle (E-bike and E-scooters) thefts and 3 attempted e-vehicle thefts were reported to UAPD on multiple dates and times.
Location: University of Arizona – Main Campus – various location on Main Campus
Reporting Agency/Case#: University of Arizona Police Department Case numbers: 2508180001, 2508260003, 2508260005, 2508270004, 2508270009, 2508270012, 2509010006, and 2509010007
Synopsis of Crime or Offense:
During the last two weeks (8/18/25-9/1/25) the University of Arizona Police Department received multiple reports from individuals saying their E-vehicles have been stolen, or an attempt was made to steal the vehicle from various locations around campus.
During the last two weeks (8/18/25-9/1/25) the University of Arizona Police Department received multiple reports from individuals saying their E-vehicles have been stolen, or an attempt was made to steal the vehicle from various locations around campus.
Injuries: No injuries in the completed E-vehicle thefts
Suspect Description: There is no suspect information for the completed E-vehicle thefts
Status: UAPD has increased patrols around hot spots and residence halls in an effort to mitigate e-vehicle thefts
Definition: Definition of the type of offense or any other relevant definitions needed for clarity.
If you have any information about this crime, or if you know about any recent similar incidents, please contact UAPD at 520-621-8273. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call 88-CRIME (520-882-7463).
UAPD would like to remind the campus community about the following safety tips:
- Keep a copy of your E-vehicle serial number and register your E-vehicle with Parking and Transportation https://parking.arizona.edu/alt-transportation/bicycles
- Utilize the free Bike Valet parking on the mall or at the Health Sciences Innovation Building
- Park and secure E-vehicles in approved locations
- Secure E-vehicles with a durable locking device
- Park in well-lit areas
- If possible, attach GPS device in an inconspicuous location on your E-vehicle that gives a location to your mobile device
- If you see suspicious activity in the parking lots, near bike racks, or around campus call 9-1-1 or use the SafeCats App
- For additional safety tips please visit uapd.arizona.edu and safety.arizona.edu
Visit the UAPD Victim Resources page to learn more about available support and resources.
About this notice:
University of Arizona Clery Timely Warnings are released by the University of Arizona Police Department in compliance with federal law when certain crimes are reported on or near campus property. These timely warnings provide information about campus safety and allow campus community members to take precautions. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time of the issuance of the warning.
University of Arizona Clery Timely Warnings are released by the University of Arizona Police Department in compliance with federal law when certain crimes are reported on or near campus property. These timely warnings provide information about campus safety and allow campus community members to take precautions. The reported information may not have been investigated or confirmed at the time of the issuance of the warning.
Physical descriptions of a suspect, including race, are included in timely warnings only when they provide several details that might help distinguish the suspect’s appearance from the general population.
A Timely Warning is not the same as a UAlert. A UAlert is an emergency notification for situations involving an immediate threat to the health or safety of students or employees.
Link References:
Clery Act Crime Definitions: https://uapd.arizona.edu/public-information/clery-act-and-reports/clery-act-definitions
UAPD Victim Resources: https://uapd.arizona.edu/resources-policies/victim-resources
Clery Timely Warnings: https://clery.arizona.edu/
Emergency: 911 • Non-Emergency: 520-621-8273 (UAPD) • Tips: 520-88-CRIME (2-7463) • UAPD.arizona.edu