Active Shooter 2.0
This is an MSU ALERT from the Michigan State University Police Department regarding an incident on the East Lansing campus.
A person is actively shooting at the East Lansing campus. This is an active and ongoing situation. Follow the Run, Hide and Fight guidelines. Secure in place; turn cell phones to silent; remain quite. Suspect description: short male with mask, possibly black male. Contact Michigan State University Police to report any unusual or suspicious activity. Additional information to follow. Sent at 22:04:28 on 02-13-2023.

MSU Police report shots fired incident occurring on or near the East Lansing campus. Secure-in-Place immediately. Run, Hide, Fight. Run means evacuate away from danger if you can do so safely, Hide means to secure-in-place, and Fight means protect yourself if no other option. Monitor alert.msu.edu for information.

On 2/11/2023 at approximately 12:22 am, an assault was reported to have occurred on the Shaw Lane sidewalk by West McDonel Hall.

Suspect Description: white, mid 20s-mid 30s, approx 6ft, blond/red hair and beard, green dark sage waist-length rain coat.

• If nearby, use caution. Contact MSU DPPS (517-355-2221) to report any unusual or suspicious activity. As always, if you see something that shouldn’t be there or someone’s behavior doesn’t seem quite right – say something. Please dial 911 or contact MSU DPPS at 517-355-2221.

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See Something, Say Something:

If you have information about this incident, or any other crime on campus, please contact MSU DPPS at 517-355-2221, or 911 for emergencies/crimes in progress. If you would like to relay a non-emergency crime tip, you may do so by texting the word MSUPD, along with your message to 274637. Download the SafeMSU app to access additional personal safety resources.

Start of Spring Semester 2022 Test Message
This is a message from the Michigan State University Police Department. At the start of every semester, we test our mass notification system. Please refer to the email you received today from Michigan State University ALERT NOTIFICATION for additional information

MSU Timely Warning: Robbery
Timely Warning for an Robbery occurring on the East Lansing campus reported by Michigan State University Police Date Reported: 12-09-2022
Date Occurred: 12/9/2022
Location: West Circle Drive
Synopsis: At approximately 12:06am on 12/9/2022, the Michigan State University Department of Police and Public Safety received a report of a carjacking that occurred along West Circle Drive, specifically near the Main Library. A police chase ensued and two individuals were apprehended in the city of Lansing. There is an ongoing investigation regarding this incident.
Suspect Information: Masked men wearing all black
Vehicle Information: Possibly a white sedan and a turquois sedan

MSU Timely Warning: Motor Vehicle Theft
Timely Warning for Motor Vehicle Theft occurring on the East Lansing campus reported by Michigan State University Police Date Reported: 11-09-2022
Date Occurred: 10/30/22-11/7/2022
Location: Brody Hall
Synopsis: There have been 3 thefts of mopeds in the Brody Neighborhood in the last 10 days.
This bulletin serves as a warning and a community reminder to make sure all motor vehicles are secured and in designated parking areas when left unattended. If you see anything suspicious, please call the MSU Police at 355-2221, or 911.
Suspect Information: Unknown at this time
Vehicle Information: 3 Mopeds

Update to MSU Alert: Shooting in Downtown East Lansing
UPDATE: Regarding the report of a shooting off-campus in the City of East Lansing near Grove St and Linden St, the suspects are believed to have left the area. Please continue to avoid the area and use caution. Contact East Lansing Police at 517-351-4220 or 911 to report any suspicious activity. Sent at 04:29:59 on 10-30-2022.

Assault
This is an MSU ALERT from the Michigan State University Police regarding an incident in the City of East Lansing.
A report of shots fired occurred at or near Downtown East Lansing. If near by use caution. Contact East Lansing Police to report any unusual or suspicious activity. Gunshots were reported to have been fired in the area of the Grove Street Parking Ramp. Officers are on scene. Suspects are reported to be two black males, one wearing a black jacket with a red design on the back, and one with a backpack. Please avoid the area at this time and call 911 if you observe anything suspicious. Sent at 03:04:48 on 10-30-2022.

MSU Timely Warning: Motor Vehicle Theft
Timely Warning for Motor Vehicle Theft occurring on the East Lansing campus reported by Michigan State University Police Date Reported: 10-28-2022
Date Occurred: 10/26/2022 to 10/28/2022
Location: Lot 83
Synopsis: Sometime between Wednesday October 26th and Friday October 28th, a blue 2003 Chevy Silverado was stolen from Lot 83 on Service Rd. There is no suspect description at this time.
Suspect Information: None
Vehicle Information: 2003 Chevrolet Silverado pick-up, Blue in color

MSU Timely Warning: Burglary
Timely Warning for Burglary occurring on the East Lansing campus reported by Michigan State University Police Date Reported: 10-07-2022
Date Occurred 10/07/22
Location: 1855 Place Apartments
Synopsis: Around 4:00 a.m. an unknown suspect entered an apartment at 1270 Garden City Rd. The suspect left the residence once confronted by the resident and left out the front door in an unknown direction. The suspect may have unsuccessfully attempted to enter several other apartments in the area.
Suspect Information: The suspect is a male, 20-25 years old, approximately 5’09”, slim build, medium length curly hair, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and gray sweatpants. The individual is also described as being highly intoxicated.
Vehicle Information: It is not known if a vehicle is involved.