Wayne State University Police

WSUPD remembers Sgt Collin Rose who was killed in the line of duty. Sgt. Rose was shot while conducting an investigation on November 22, 2016, and succumbed to his injuries on November 23, 2016. WSUPD remembers his courage and sacrifice along with the lasting legacy he left upon our department and Midtown.

"Honor never grows old, and honor rejoices the heart of age. It does so because honor is, finally, about defending those noble and worthy things that deserve defending, even if it comes at a high cost. In our time, that may mean social disapproval, public scorn, hardship, persecution, or as always, even death itself. The question remains: What is worth defending? What is worth dying for? What is worth living for?" - William J. Bennett

WSUPD welcomes our newest officers. Officer Brookins, Officer Tasmin, Officer McDonald and Officer Cook.

Update: The person of interest has been identified

Incident Summary:
A WSU student reported that on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., she allowed an unknown male subject into her residence at Anthony Wayne Drive Apartments to use the restroom. Once inside, the suspect lured the victim into the bathroom and attempted to close the door. The suspect implied he had a knife and threatened to sexually assault her. A struggle ensued, during which the suspect physically assaulted the victim. The victim was eventually able to de-escalate the situation and convince the suspect to leave the premises. Suspect then left location and was last seen walking eastbound on W. Warren from location.

Suspect Description:
Race/Gender: Black male
Age: Approximately 20–30 years old
Height: 5'5" to 5'6"
Build: Husky (approximately 220 lbs)
Hair: Short (1" to 1.5" in length)
Eyewear: Black rectangular or square eyeglasses with a white stripe on the inside
Clothing: Light blue shirt with black print on the front. Unknown color pants but described as heavy material.
Accessories: Carrying a black backpack
Additional Information: Suspect had a strong body odor (described as sweaty)
Aliases/Names Provided: “Joshua” and “Clarence Jose”

The attached photos is a person of interest in the incident. If you have any information on their identity, please contact the WSUPD Investigations section at 313-577-2053 or you can email [email protected]. If you see the subject in the Wayne State area, please contact our emergency line at 313-577-2222.

WSUPD sends their condolences to the family of retired Captain Frank Smith. Frank served the department for 34 years and previously served in the US Marine Corps. Rest in Peace Frank, we have it from here.

Due to a water main break, Cass Avenue is closed from W. Kirby to Putnam. The water department has been notified.

Join us for our June RAD Self-Defense for Women!
♦️ Monday, June 9
♦️ Wednesday, June 11
♦️ Monday, June 16
♦️ Wednesday, June 18
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Email [email protected] to register!

National Police Week offers honor, remembrance, and peer support, while allowing law enforcement, survivors, and citizens to gather and pay homage to those who gave their lives in the line of duty. National Police week runs from May 11th through May 17th.

During this week we continue to remember our fallen hero, Sergeant Collin Rose #128.

https://www.odmp.org/officer/23039-sergeant-collin-james-rose

As summer approaches, we will begin to see more bicyclist sharing the roads with motor vehicles. This video will provide the legal rights and responsibilities of bicyclist in Michigan.

The Legal Rights and Responsibilities of Michigan Bicyclists LMB's latest bicycle education video covers the legal rights and responsibilities of Michigan bicyclists for law enforcement. While its intended purpose is a...

We are creating a Law Enforcement Spouses Support Group and are looking for spouses to join the group. We are sponsored by the Wayne State University Police Department and held at 6050 Cass Ave., Detroit. Secure parking and dinner will be provided. Please contact me if you are interested in joining our group! 313-577-6059

Statewide Tornado Drill Scheduled for March 19, 2025

To be ready for a tornado:

Know the difference: a tornado WATCH means conditions exist for a tornado to develop; a tornado WARNING means a tornado has been sighted or indicated by weather radar.

Know the signs of an approaching tornado: dark, often greenish sky; large hail; a large, dark, low-lying cloud; and a loud roar, like a freight train.

Stay tuned to commercial radio or television broadcasts for news on changing weather conditions or approaching storms.

Develop an emergency preparedness kit with essential items such as a three-day water and food supply, a NOAA Weather Radio, important family documents, and items that satisfy unique family needs.

Identify a safe place in your home for household members and pets to gather during a tornado.

Public Notice - Active Assailant Training Exercise at A/AB
The Wayne State University Police Department (WSUPD) will conduct a scenario-based active assailant training exercise on Thursday, March 13, from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Academic Administration Building, located at 5700 Cass Avenue. As a result, the building will be closed to the public and for university business on this date.
During the exercise, you may notice WSUPD vehicles with lights and sirens in the Cass and Palmer area, and Palmer Street may be intermittently closed to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic. If you see armed officers or "injured individuals" being evacuated from the building, please note that this is part of the drill and not a real emergency.
WSUPD regularly conducts training exercises to ensure the department is prepared to respond swiftly and effectively to active assailant situations. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this important training.

WSU Police is requesting assistance in identifying these person of interest in a malicious destruction of property that occurred on Monday January 6, 2025. The subjects were last seen in the pictured vehicle.

If you recognize these subjects, please contact the WSU Police Investigation Section at 313-577-2053 or by email at [email protected]