UAF Police Blotter Logs Rash of Campus Crimes

Thefts, assaults, and other incidents reported across university facilities in March and April

Apr. 14, 2026 at 4:33am

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The University of Alaska Fairbanks Police Department has released its daily crime log, detailing a series of incidents that occurred on the Fairbanks campus over a two-month period from March to April 2026. The log includes reports of theft, vandalism, assault, sex offenses, and other suspicious activity across various university buildings and facilities.

Why it matters

The UAF crime log provides transparency into the types of incidents occurring on campus and allows the community to be aware of potential safety concerns. While some cases were closed, many remain open investigations, highlighting the need for continued vigilance and security measures to protect students, staff, and visitors.

The details

The police log includes reports of theft from locations like the Fine Arts building, Student Recreation Center, and engineering facilities. There were also incidents of vandalism, assault, sex offenses, and other suspicious behavior reported in dorms like Bartlett Hall, Cutler Apartments, and Moore Hall. Some cases, like a missing person report and a terroristic threat, were deemed criminal in nature, while others were closed as non-criminal.

  • The incidents occurred between March 2 and April 11, 2026.
  • The earliest reported incident was on March 2 at 1 p.m., and the latest was on April 11 at 9 p.m.

The players

University of Alaska Fairbanks Police Department

The law enforcement agency responsible for campus safety and security at the University of Alaska Fairbanks.

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What’s next

The UAF Police Department will continue investigating the open cases and work to improve campus safety and security measures to prevent future incidents.

The takeaway

The rash of crimes reported on the UAF campus underscores the importance of maintaining a vigilant approach to campus safety. While some incidents were non-criminal in nature, the number of thefts, assaults, and other serious offenses highlights the need for the university community to remain alert and cooperate with law enforcement efforts.