Posted: January 14, 2016 | 10:51 a.m.
An alert message posted on the Oakland University homepage Thursday was inadvertently posted as part of training exercise. There is no emergency.
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Howard Trammell
Posted: December 8, 2015 | 3:56 p.m.
An investigation by the Oakland University Police Department has led to the warrant and arrest of Howard Trammell for robbery – unarmed. The charge stems from an incident that occurred near the Ann V. Nicholson campus apartments on December 1.
Trammell, a 19-year-old from Rochester Hills, Mich., was arraigned on December 8 at the 52-3 District Court before Magistrate Marie A. Soma. A not guilty plea was entered on Trammell’s behalf and his bond was set at $15,000 cash. A probable cause conference is set for December 21 at 1:15 p.m. at the 52-3 District Court before Judge Nancy Tolwin Carniak. Trammell remains lodged at the Oakland County Jail.
The crime of robbery – unarmed is a felony punishable by imprisonment for not more than 15 years.
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Posted: December 1, 2015 | 8:27 p.m.
On Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2015, the Oakland University Police Department received a report of a strong arm robbery, which involves the use of a threat of physical violence, that took place in the parking lot of the Ann V. Nicholson Student Apartments at around 6:50 p.m.
The victim, a Hungry Howie’s pizza delivery person, reported that no weapon was used in the incident. The suspect is described as a black male standing approximately 5’10” tall and weighing approximately 200 pounds. He is estimated to be 25 years of age and was wearing a gray hoodie and black shorts. He also had a full beard and mustache.
The suspect, who left the area in a white sports car with tinted windows, remains at large.
It can be assumed that conditions continue to exist that may pose a threat to members and guests of the campus community. Heightened awareness of surroundings is recommended.
Anyone with information about this event is encouraged to notify the OUPD at (248) 370-3331. Also, anonymous tips can be left at www.oupolice.com/tip.
At all times, the OU Police would also like to remind the community to:
- Report all suspicious activity to the OU Police
- Utilize the “Visual Escort” program for walking escorts
- Visit www.oupolice.com for more safety tips
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Updated: October 12, 2015 | 8:08 p.m.
The gas leak on the north side of Dodge and Hannah halls has been repaired. Police have reopened the area to pedestrians.
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Posted: October 12, 2015 | 5:25 p.m.
On Monday, October 12, 2015, the Oakland University Police Department received a report of a sexual assault said to have taken place on main campus between 1 a.m. and 2 a.m. on Thursday, October 8.
According to the report, the incident took place in West Vandenberg Hall. The suspect is described as a Hispanic male with dark brown hair, approximately 20 years old, standing 6 feet tall and weighing between 160 and 180 pounds.
The complainant met the suspect on a social media website. An arrest has not been made in the incident.
Anyone with information about this event is encouraged to notify the OUPD at (248) 370-3331. Also, anonymous tips can be left at oupolice.com/tip.
It can be assumed that conditions continue to exist that may pose a threat to members and guests of the campus community. Heightened awareness of surroundings is recommended, and community members should be aware that being on campus unaccompanied could place them in danger.
At all times, the OU Police would also like to remind the community to:
- Report all suspicious activity to the OU Police.
- Utilize the “Visual Escort” program for walking escorts.
- Always meet unfamiliar people in public areas.
- Visit www.oupolice.com for more safety tips.
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Posted: Monday, October 12, 2015 | 3:35 p.m.
A gas leak has been reported along the sidewalks on the north side of Dodge and Hannah halls. Police and Consumer’s Energy are on scene to address the issue.
Both buildings remain open, but campus community members should avoid using the north entrances. All classes and campus activities continue as planned.
Updates will be posted below as they become available.
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Posted: September 15, 2015
A sexual assault reported today to the Oakland University Police Department allegedly occurred on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at around 6 p.m. The sexual assault reportedly occurred in a vehicle near the Ann V. Nicholson Student Apartments. The suspect is a male of Middle Eastern descent, who drove a black car.
The suspect and victim met through social media and the victim willingly entered the suspect’s vehicle. Police believe the suspect could be a potential threat to the campus community.
All community members are reminded to report suspicious activity to the Oakland University police Department. Anyone with information about this event is encouraged to notify the OU Police at (248) 370-3331.
OU Police would also like to remind the community to:
- Report all suspicious activity to the OU Police
- Utilize the “Visual Escort” program for walking escorts
- Always meet unfamiliar people in public areas
- Check out www.oupolice.com for more safety tips
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Posted: May 16, 2012
The Oakland University Police Department has closed Meadow Brook Road from the main entrance traffic circle to Pioneer Drive until further notice as part of an emergency response to a possible hazardous materials situation in Hannah Hall. The building has been evacuated as a precautionary measure, also until further notice.
Further information regarding the situation is not available at this time. Updates will be posted below as they are made available.
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Posted: March 06, 2012
The Oakland University Police Department is seeking information regarding a person of interest tied to a larceny in Kresge Library.
A laptop computer was reportedly taken at about 6 p.m. on Monday, March 5. Police have released photos of the person of interest captured by a security camera as he left the library.
After leaving, the subject fled on foot south through the P-36 and then P-34 parking lots, which are located between the Science and Engineering Building and Elliott and Varner halls.
Anyone with information regarding the identity of this individual or pertaining to the larceny itself should contact the OUPD at (248) 370-3331 or police@oakland.edu.
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Posted: January 11, 2012
The Oakland University Police Department is investigating a number of recent thefts reported to have taken place over the last few weeks from unlocked dorm rooms.
On the evening of Tuesday, Jan. 10, two unlocked dorm rooms in Hamlin Hall were illegally entered for purposes of theft. A laptop, two iPods and a student’s purse with ID were stolen from an unlocked room during a fire alarm.
The OUPD has obtained surveillance camera images of two persons of interest relative to this specific case.
The OUPD is asking anyone with information regarding these incidents or information regarding the identity of the two subjects to contact police by calling ext. 3331 via a campus telephone or (248) 370-3331 via cell phone.
In addition, all residential students are reminded to keep their dorm rooms locked at any time the rooms are unoccupied or they are sleeping.
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