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Official UTPD account — We proudly serve & protect the #Longhorns of @UTAustin ! 🤘🏽 Call 911 for emergencies. Account not monitored 24/7.

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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
6 years
CLARISSA HAS BEEN FOUND! Thank you all!
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7 years
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of the officer shot and killed at Texas Tech tonight.
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5 years
Over the weekend, Sgt. Michael Murphy and Officer Heather Roland were made aware of a turtle in the fountain. We are happy to say the turtle was safely removed and is now back in the pond. #turtlerescue
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CLARISSA IS SAFE AND IS CURRENTLY BEING REUNITED WITH HER FAMILY!
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UT Austin Police
2 years
UTPD is deeply saddened to announce that Chief of Police David Carter passed away early this morning, after a prolonged and valiant fight against cancer. He is survived by his wife and daughter. Our hearts are with the Carter family and all who knew him.
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
6 years
MISSING PERSON ALERT: Longhorns at the @TexasLonghorns game. Please help us find Clarissa. She is 28 years of age. She is 5 feet tall. If you see her immediately call 9-1-1. It's possible she may be outside the stadium.
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
3 years
Snow on campus! Longhorns what’s it look like where you are? Please be careful if you have to drive today! @UTAustin
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UT Austin Police
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Harrison, we pause to remember you today. How #BeSafe is honoring you all month long:
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UT Austin Police
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K-9 Jarno is hard at work to keep you safe! @UTAustinPolice are conducting sweeps in mailrooms & other areas around campus. We continue to monitor local events of concern. REMEMBER #SeeSomethingSaySomething CALL 9-1-1! Call Jarno!
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UT Austin Police
6 years
We're raising our new department K-9 right. Wouldn't you say @_delconte ? #BurntOrangeFriday #LonghornFriday (photos courtesy @hmmleider )
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
6 years
Meet our newest K-9!
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Chief David Carter
6 years
Welcome @UTAustin ’s newest K-9 “Widget!” He is a certified therapy dog who comes to work with his partner @UTAustinPolice dispatch supervisor Kim Schultz. He supports our hard-working dispatchers, officers & even stops by to check on me from time to time! See our FB pg for more
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
5 years
We just helped send off the @TexasLonghorns ! Come back #Big12 champs!
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UT Austin Police
3 years
K-9 Riggs says wake up! It’s game day! @TexasFootball #HookEm #Longhorns
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
6 years
Clarissa has NOT been found. Please continue to share. CALL 9-1-1 IF YOU SEE HER. Do not send messages here or on Facebook. This is urgent. Please call. Thank you for your support!
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UT Austin Police
6 years
We think K-9 Bay wins #LonghornFriday She even built a sandcastle! #BurntOrangeFriday @_delconte @hmmleider
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6 years
When you get on campus this morning ASK your friends if they’ve heard about the bombings. TELL them about the incidents. CALL 9-1-1 to report suspicious items. SPREAD the word. We must look out for one another. #BeSafe and be informed. Follow @Austin_Police for alerts.
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UT Austin Police
5 years
Our K-9s got to have a little fun (and do some training) in the #bluebonnets today at PRC!
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
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📢 NOTICE: A dispersal order has been issued. Please leave the South Mall area immediately. Thank you for your cooperation.
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
5 years
Burrr! It’s sleeting here on campus! @troykimmelwx
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
4 years
Our lights are on, but there’s no emergency. To enhance our visibility in West Campus, we will be operating our red and blues during the overnight hours. We’re here for you @UTAustin And here to keep crime away.
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UT Austin Police
5 years
Friday feels brought to you by K-9 Widget. #TherapyDog #DogsofTwitter
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UT Austin Police
6 years
She’s here! Come meet Baylor! She’ll be training behind PCL until 10:30.
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UT Austin Police
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Right now it is so important that you put your phone down while walking. Watch where you step. Take your earbuds out. Listen to what is happening around you. Remind your friends to do it, too. #BeAware , Longhorns, and #BeSafe !
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Widget—our therapy dog in training—has a very sophisticated look going this #BurntOrangeFriday #LonghornFriday Jersey with a bow tie. @_delconte
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
3 years
@aasdanny No speed limit on the football field! #HookEm 🤘 @CoachSark
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
6 years
K-9 "Bay" Baylor is learning how to swim! We hope you're remembering to pack your life jacket if out on open water this summer. Photos courtesy: Leider Photography
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Surprise! It’s a girl! 💕 Thanks to a generous donor, we will be raising and training this baby to join our K-9 Unit. @MehrazR & @mickywolf9 stopped by @UTAustinPolice and got to meet her. She’ll be ready to go in 13 months. You can bet we’ll post her progress!
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
5 years
Your @TexasFootball security team has taken the field! #BeatOU
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
7 years
Congratulations to the UT Austin Class of 2017! Be Safe while you change the world!
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
4 years
APD IS RESPONDING TO A KIDNAPPING AT 24TH AND SAN ANTONIO. SUSPECT VEHICLE IS A BLACK SEDAN. SUSPECT IS A HISPANIC MALE WEARING A RED HOODIE. CALL 911 IF YOU HAVE ANY INFORMATION.
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Baylor is training today! She can fetch and sit!
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UT Austin Police
3 years
We've got the night watch. Wishing our #longhorns a safe first weekend back at @UTAustin ! Call 911 anytime you feel unsafe or utilize the LiveSafe at UT Austin app to instantly text our dispatchers:
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UT Austin Police
7 years
Subject is in custody and there is no ongoing threat to the campus community. We'll provide new details as they unfold.
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UT Austin Police
4 years
Nothing lifts the spirit like our furry family members. Here’s K-9 Gus in the bluebonnets. Show us your pet photos! We could all use something to smile about.
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UT Austin Police
2 years
A TORNADO WARNING has been issued for the campus area. SEEK SHELTER IMMEDIATELY in the lowest level of the nearest building. Avoid windows and glass. Remain inside until further notice.
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UT Austin Police
6 years
K-9 “Baylor” knows who to root for. #BeatBaylor #LonghornFriday
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UT Austin Police
1 year
Due to threat of icy roads, classes canceled and employees work remote Tue, Jan 31, 2023. View complete message at
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
6 years
Water has arrived! Stay tuned...
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Greg Fenves
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A welcome sight on campus. Thanks @UTFacilities ! Info about water distribution centers will be available shortly.
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
6 years
Challenge accepted @JoinAPD #LipSyncBattle We challenge @UTPoliceHouston
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UT Austin Police
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We’ve received dozens of complaints about unsafe scooter activity. UTPD will be enforcing traffic laws that relate to scooters. Remember scooter users have the same responsibilities as cyclists. Be especially careful where pedestrians are.
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K-9 Baylor is vacationing in Florida this week. (We had to get photos of course 😉) Courtesy: @hmmleider
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
6 years
Waller Creek is rapidly rising. We encourage you to move your vehicle if parked on San Jacinto Blvd. between Dean Keeton and 21st Street. More rain is on the way.
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UT Austin Police
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Many developments overnight with the bombing situation in our city. A suspect is deceased, but we continue our efforts to make sure there are no lingering threats. @UTAustinPolice Chief Carter says remain vigilant. If you #SeeSomethingSaySomething CALL 9-1-1. More to come...
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UT Austin Police
6 years
We have lost a family member. We are thankful for his service to @UTAustin and are thinking of his family at this time. Please, if you would, read about Guard Tommie Lias.
@UTPDChiefCarter
Chief David Carter
6 years
I’m sad to report that UTPD guard Tommie Lias passed away over night at home. Tommie has served the Univeristy of Texas at Austin since 2012, and is survived by his wife and children. May God bless him and his grieving family.
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
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Supporting our UT family at @utpb . 💙
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Chief David Carter
5 years
Four of your ⁦ @UTAustinPolice ⁩ officers bravely standing guard in Odessa at sunrise this morning. Acting in support of ⁦ @utpb ⁩as they collectively strive to return to a sense of normalcy on this Labor Day. Blessed are the peacemakers.....
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UT Austin Police
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Our bike unit has skills. #WheelieWednesday
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UT Austin Police
8 years
Great game, awesome win! Now stay safe as you make your way home tonight #longhorns . Hook 'em!
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
7 years
Hook 'em giving free hugs on the East Mall. Made our day. #copsneedhugstoo
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
6 years
They City of Austin has issued a city-wide boil water notice. Do not drink the water without boiling first. For more information visit
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UT Austin Police
5 years
Now that the students are gone, K-9 Jarno stands ready should Santa need him.
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Chief David Carter
5 years
Hey ⁦ @SheriffChody ⁩ ⁦ @UTAustinPolice ⁩ K9 Jarno is showing off his Christmas spirit today. So where is ⁦ @K9Nemo ⁩’s holiday spirit?
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UT Austin Police
6 years
*BOIL WATER NOTICE* Please read below. Our campus is included.
@AustinWater
Austin Water
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Effective October 22, 2018 - Austin Water has issued a city-wide boil water notice for all customers of Austin Water. The notice is being issued as the utility works to stabilize the water treatment system. Details at
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UT Austin Police
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***UPDATE*** ON STABBING WITH NEW SUSPECT DESCRIPTION: UTPD and APD responding to report of woman stabbed at 27th and Whitis. Avoid area. Suspect at large, described as black male, 6’2,” slim build, goatee with white, short-sleeved shirt. Updates to follow.
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UT Austin Police
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*PYROTECHNICS TEST ALERT* Athletics will be testing pyrotechnics at DKR-Memorial Stadium in preparation for our first home football game TOMORROW, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15TH. The test will be from 10-11 a.m. It will be both visible and loud.
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UT Austin Police
6 years
I’ve made you wait long enough... Meet our new K-9! He’ll be working with Officer Alan Martin. Looks like a great team!
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
8 years
If you need a ride while on campus between 8 p & 2 a, call UTPD at 512-471-4441 & hit #9 to make your request. Be Safe!
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UT Austin Police
6 months
🤘🏽Congratulations to our incredible @TexasLonghorns for clinching the Big 12 Championship! 🏆 We’re thrilled to have been there, keeping you safe throughout the journey. Let's bring home another victory! 🏈 #HookEm #Big12Champs #SugarBowlBound
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UT Austin Police
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Thanks for sharing this photo and sweet story about Officer Darrell Halstead! We wish your nephew the best of luck with that @TexasBaseball scholarship! 💙🤘 #TheHeartOfAPoliceOfficer #NeverStopServing
Thank you so much to the sweet police officer that made my nephews day by going out of his way to find a @TexasBaseball foul ball & give it to him. 💙 He can’t stop talking about his cool hook em ball & how he going to play there one day.
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UT Austin Police
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🚨 On Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at around 5:10 p.m., UTPD received a report of a suspicious person near the 2800 block of San Gabriel. UTPD officers responded and met with officers from the Austin Police Department
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UT Austin Police
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Leaving a scooter in the middle of a sidewalk ❌ Parking a scooter away from pedestrian walkways ✅
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
6 years
Does this fella look familiar? Our officers found him today trapped inside the track/ soccer stadium. If he is yours, please call 512-471-4441, ext. 9.
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
4 years
🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT 🚧 Water is covering the roadway on San Jacinto and 21st Street. Please avoid the area. Waller Creek is also rising. If you encounter flood water please remember #TurnAroundDontDrown
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UT Austin Police
7 years
It's a 'no-brainer': don't take the Speedway bricks. It could cause some problems. #BeSafe #UTAustin
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UT Austin Police
7 years
Unidentified suspect apprehended for stabbing two subjects and assaulting a one other. One of the victims died due to their wounds.
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
6 years
CRIME ALERT: UTPD and APD responding to woman stabbed at 27th and Whitis. Avoid area. Suspect at large, described as shorter white male. Updates to follow.
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
1 year
Due to inclement weather, classes canceled and employees work remote Thurs, Feb 02, 2023. View complete message at
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
4 years
Still here. Still serving. UTPD is continuing regular patrol operations during the extended spring break. Stay well everyone.
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
3 years
Acting Police Chief Don Verett issues update regarding safety in West Campus.
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
5 years
Flat tire in 100 degree weather? No problem. We’re here for you @UTAustin
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
9 years
UT students in France are asked to check in via email with IOS. Call UTPD if in need of assistance.
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
4 years
Today, a group of UTPD dispatchers and officers climbed 110 flights of stairs, retracing the steps of the first responders who lost their lives at the World Trade Center. We pause to remember their sacrifice and the thousands they were trying to save. #September11
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
2 years
Tornado Warning has expired for the UT Austin campus. Follow with caution in your activities. Shelter-in-place no longer necessary.
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
6 years
While you were sleeping @UTAustin ‘17 graduate 🤘Officer Sergio Sena🤘and Corporal James Vernier made the rounds on foot patrol in West Campus. We enjoy supporting our @Austin_Police partners in maintaining a safe environment for our students.
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
7 years
An important message from UTPD regarding the Speedway bricks. #BeSafe #UTAustin
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
3 years
OFF CAMPUS INCIDENT NOTIFICATION: @Austin_Police investigating a shooting
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
3 years
Boil water notice lifted. Campus water is safe for drinking, cooking and making ice. More:
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UT Austin Police
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Our beautiful K-9 Baylor always dressing the part for #LonghornFriday Happy weekend all! Photo courtesy: @hmmleider
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
4 years
Happy first day of online learning #Longhorns ! K-9 Gus is right there with you. #InThisTogether #FlattenTheCurve #HookEm 🤘🐾
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
5 years
Thank goodness we aren't suffering through this! Very funny @ISUPD 🥶😆 #StarWars #PolarVortex
@ISUPD
Iowa State University Police Department
5 years
Dangerously cold temperatures are being reported. Please avoid going outside this afternoon and evening unless you have a lightsaber and tauntaun on hand
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
6 years
The university received a non-specific, unverified email indicating a threat to the main building. Other governmental entities within the city also received similar threats. We have secured the first floor area that received the threat and are searching to ensure it is safe...
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
5 years
We had to. 😉
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
6 years
Chief Carter got to meet Baylor today. I think she likes him!
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
7 years
@TomTheHerman we're sure you know that the legal limit is .08. It wouldn't be so smart to drive after all that nog. Jenga safely! #besafe
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
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We just hit 20,000 followers! Thanks #Longhorns !
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
4 years
UTPD responding to a report of disturbance at UNION BUILDING. Avoid the area. More updates to follow.
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
3 years
Today, we say goodbye to Lt. Jose "Joe" Pena who is retiring after watching over @UTAustin for 30 years! If you attended UT from 1990-2020, he was there for you. How about a thank you for Lt. Pena!
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
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📢Welcome Longhorns! 🎉 UTPD is excited to have you on campus for another amazing year! Your safety is our top priority and whether you’re a new student or a returning one, know we’re here to support you every step of the way, 24/7. Hook ‘em! 🤘🏽 #gonetotexas
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
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Na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na, Beda! #K9Beda and Officer Hall had fun with a Batmobile on campus today.
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
5 years
(1) SCAM ALERT: Students have reported receiving emails from a “” account where the sender claims to represent a career network for college students (see photos). Don't reply. If you have, call us at 512-471-4441, ext. 9 & file a police report.
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
9 years
UTPD is aware of threatening posts & working w/ other agencies. No credible threat at this time.
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UT Austin Police
5 years
Please see @UTPDChiefCarter 's open letter to the @austintexasgov mayor and council on behalf of the university regarding camping near our campus.
@UTPDChiefCarter
Chief David Carter
5 years
Please see my letter to @MayorAdler & council on behalf of @UTAustin asking that they work to improve public safety by prohibiting camping by members of the public along the entire perimeter of campus, as well as west of campus where many students live, work and gather.
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
6 years
PLEASE SHARE! Safety message to @UTAustin regarding bombings in the city:
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UT Austin Police
7 years
UTPD at San Jacinto dorms ready to help students continue #MooovIn through the #Harvey rainfall. #BeSafe #UTAustin #UT21
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UT Austin Police
6 years
You asked for it! And we’re making it happen. Meet our K-9 Baylor tomorrow!
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
1 month
Yesterday, around 11:47 a.m., we received information about a suspicious male making concerning comments and trying to grab women walking near the 300 block of E Dean Keeton. UTPD officers acted quickly and decisively and were able to make an arrest in the case. 🚔
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
5 years
They served our country, now they continue their service keeping the @UTAustin campus safe. Today, we honor their lifelong commitment to public service. We are thankful to all who have served. #ThankYouVeterans #VeteransDay
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UT Austin Police
6 years
On #LonghornFriday our uniform is burnt orange @_delconte #HookEm 🤘
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Chief David Carter
6 years
Your @UTAustin public servants getting ready for some @TexasFootball #LonghornFriday #HookEm
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@UTAustinPolice
UT Austin Police
7 years
Got your clear bag yet? Do ya? Did you get it?
@TexasLonghorns
Texas Longhorns
7 years
Coming to the @TexasFootball game this weekend? Don't forget your clear bag 🤘🏈 #ThisIsTexas
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UT Austin Police
7 years
Remember to always walk with someone and stay in well-lit areas. You can call @SUREWalk at 512-232-9255
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