The Cavalier Daily
Serving the University Community Since 1890

Burglary reported on 2400 block of Arlington Boulevard

The suspect in a burglary that took place Tuesday afternoon is still at large

<p>Longo said the suspect forced entry into an unoccupied residence and took several items of value.</p>

Longo said the suspect forced entry into an unoccupied residence and took several items of value.


The University Police Department has asked the community to provide any information they might have on a burglary that took place sometime late Tuesday morning or early Tuesday afternoon. 

According to a community alert sent by Timothy Longo, chief of the University Police Department and vice president for security and safety, the burglary took place sometime between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesday, in the 2400 block of Arlington Boulevard near the Copeley Hill Apartments — approximately a 25-minute walk from central Grounds.

Longo said the suspect forced entry into an unoccupied residence and took several items of value. No suspect description is available, according to the email. 

Longo said that anybody who might have information pertinent to the case should contact the Charlottesville Police at (434) 970-3280.

Community alerts are shared via email to the University community when there is timely information about a threat that can be released to the community without compromising any ongoing investigations.

Local Savings

Puzzles
Hoos Spelling

Latest Podcast

The University’s Orientation and Transition programs are vital to supporting first year and transfer students throughout their entire transition to college. But much of their work goes into planning summer orientation sessions. Funlola Fagbohun, associate director of the first year experience, describes her experience working with OTP and how she strives to create a welcoming environment for first-years during orientation and beyond. Along with her role as associate director, summer Orientation leaders and OTP staff work continually to provide a safe and memorable experience for incoming students.