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[VCU Police @VCUPD]

The Virginia State Police will hold a brief training session on Virginia Commonwealth University’s Monroe Park Campus on Tuesday, Oct. 6.

The training will take place between 4:30 a.m. and 6 a.m. in the 900 block of West Grace Street.

Community members may see an increased law enforcement presence at these locations during this time period. Signage will be posted and VCU Police personnel will be on site throughout the duration of the exercise. @VCU

[VCU Police @VCUPD]

ALERT:  VCU Emergency Management will conduct a full test of the emergency alert system Wednesday, Sept. 9, at noon.

This test includes activation of outdoor sirens on both the Monroe Park Campus and MCV Campus, and Alertus boxes and signage across both campuses.

VCU Alert subscribers will receive a text message and email 10 minutes before, at the beginning of and the conclusion of the test.

Beyond the need to check its status, VCU conducts a bi-annual test of the full VCU Alert system to educate our community on the types of alerts they would receive in a real emergency situation.

It is a good idea to learn more about the types of alerting technology now, not later. Do so by visiting https://t.co/O3bD9r5lUe. @VCU @VCUHealth #vcu #rva

[VCU Police @VCUPD]

The Virginia State Police will hold a brief training session on Virginia Commonwealth University’s Monroe Park Campus on Thursday, Sept. 3.

The training will take place between 4:30 a.m. and 6 a.m. in the 900 block of West Grace Street.

Community members may see an increased law enforcement presence at these locations during this time period. Signage will be posted and VCU Police personnel will be on site throughout the duration of the exercise.

NOTE: Stock image.

[VCU Police @VCUPD]

VCU Police, alongside local and state partners, are conducting an administrative checkpoint near the Monroe Park Campus this weekend.

Where: 700 block of W. Main St.
When: Saturday, Aug. 22 | 10 PM – 12:30 AM
What: License & registration checks, safety enforcement, and DUI monitoring as a part of the national #DriveSober campaign.

Learn more here: https://t.co/JwcSC51HQy

Plan ahead, drive safely and always arrange a sober ride.

#vcu #rva #HeadsUpRams @RichmondPolice @VSPPIO

[VCU Police @VCUPD]

RAMS ARE BACK. 🖤💛

This is the first week of the semester and the energy is high now that students are back on campus!

This moment is from last year’s Ram Spirit Walk parade. Version 2026 is coming up later today. Around 4pm, expect brief, temporary street closures along Harrison Street from the Siegel Center down to Park Avenue.

Let’s all remember, there are thousands of people and vehicles moving through the VCU area — day and night.

Drivers: Please slow down, cut out distractions and driver responsibility through VCU’s footprint.

Pedestrians: Keep your heads up when crossing the street. Once it’s your turn to cross — wait three seconds before leaving the curb. Three seconds gives you a moment to look again, see what’s moving, and know what’s around you before you step into the street.

Let’s have an unmatched year Ram Nation!

#vcu #rva #HeadsUpRams #RamsSpirit

[VCU News Center @VCUnews]

On Tuesday, March 17, @VCUPD officers dressed as referees, and sporting whistles and flags, will be out on @VCU’s Monroe Park Campus to draw attention to unsafe pedestrian habits and engage community members on the issue. https://t.co/BSTkr9AuxP

[VCU Police @VCUPD]

NOTICE: VCU Police are conducting a training exercise Wednesday, March 11, from 8 a.m. to noon in the 100 block of S. Linden Street.

Community members may see an increased presence of law enforcement officers at the Mary and Frances Youth Center during this time related to the training.

VCU Police will remain fully staffed during the exercise. Community members can always call 804-828-1234 (emergency) or 804-828-1196 (non-emergency) to reach VCUPD 24/7. @VCUnews

[VCU News Center @VCUnews]

VCU will conduct a test of the VCU Alert system on Feb. 11

This will include activation of several safety mechanisms, including outdoor sirens, Alertus boxes and text messages. https://t.co/kRPBO7PEYM

[VCU Police @VCUPD]

🚨VCU Emergency Management will conduct a full test of the emergency alert system on Wednesday, Feb. 11, at noon. The test includes the activation of the following emergency alerting systems on both campuses:

📢 Outdoor sirens (MPC, MCV and VCUPD HQ)
‼️ Alertus boxes (gold boxes in high-foot traffic areas)
💬 VCU Alert text messaging and emails
🖥️ Desktop alerts
📲 LiveSafe and VCU Mobile notifications

Please note, VCU Police never activate the emergency alert system unless it has been confirmed there is a serious, active threat to the community. These systems are fully tested twice per year.

If you ever notice suspicious circumstances or a dangerous situation, please immediately call VCU Police at 804-828-1234, or Ext. 8-1234 from any campus phone.

More info on all of this at https://t.co/O3bD9r5lUe

#VCU #RVA

[VCU Health @VCUHealth]

We prioritize the health and safety of anyone who comes to us for care. https://t.co/jJE9jONCWT

[VCU Police @VCUPD]

UPDATE: @VCU will close at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 24, and remain closed through at least Monday, Jan. 26.

Given the serious nature of the forecast, students are encouraged to leave campus ahead of the storm, if they feel safe doing so. Snow and ice are forecast to begin Saturday (1/24) evening.

Travel is expected to be tremendously hazardous Sunday and Monday. Please do not drive and STAY OFF ROADWAYS until crews are able to clear them. Given the forecast, this may take several days.

VCU Police and Emergency Communications Center will remain fully staffed through the storm, so please call us immediately with any safety concerns around VCU and VCU Health.

More details about the storm’s impacts on VCU are posted to https://t.co/O3bD9r5lUe. You can also sign up for Richmond Ready Alerts to receive alerts about the storm’s impacts on the city of Richmond at https://t.co/okyNTSmqtF.

Follow @VDEM and @VaDOT for updates and safety resources.

Please make sure safety and looking out for one another your top priority in the coming days. #vcu #rva

[Va Capitol Police @VaCapitolPolice]

Expect loud blasts on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, at approx. 12:31 p.m. around the Capitol Square and downtown area. A scheduled cannon fire, artillery salute, and military aircraft flyover is a scheduled part of the inauguration ceremony. There is no risk to public safety.

[Michael Rao, Ph.D. @VCUpresident]

Sending a huge thank you to @VCUPD for working tirelessly to ensure @VCU is a place where everyone can learn, work, and thrive knowing that they are safe and secure!

[VCU News Center @VCUnews]

VCU Police (@VCUPD) creates student advisory committee to help reimagine policing

Debuting this semester, the group will share perspectives that could shape policy while strengthening bonds between police and the community. https://t.co/XG1CgWtRDK

[VCU News Center @VCUnews]

.@CBS6: The Virginia Commonwealth University Police Department (@VCUPD) is launching a new student-led committee designed to bridge the gap between campus police and the student body, offering students a direct voice in law enforcement conversations. https://t.co/23eNuNxSo5

[VCU Police @VCUPD]

VCU Police are seeking help identifying a person of interest connected to a burglary on August 12, 2025.

At approximately 2:30 pm, officers received a report of a burglary from an apartment in 1200 W. Marshall St. The victim reported that a suspect entered their apartment without permission and removed personal items and currency.

The suspect was unknown to the victim. The following image is from security camera footage immediately following the incident.

Please call VCU Police at 804-828-1196 if you can help identify this person of interest.

[VCU News Center @VCUnews]

.@VCUPD marks a milestone graduation this week: Its 50th academy class. https://t.co/1HN4M1zC2D

[VCU Parking & Transportation @VCUParking]

Another high school graduation season is officially in the books! 🎓

We are grateful for our amazing team and @vcupd for all their help these past few weeks. Our annual cookout led by our fearless Assistant Director Mia Williams was a huge success! 🖤💛✨💫

#parkingthatslays

[City of Richmond, VA @CityRichmondVA]

The City of Richmond has issued a boil water advisory for customers in some city neighborhoods. Learn more at https://t.co/JB3OrnlZb1