New York State University Police at Albany

10/21/2026

Please see the message we shared with students regarding off-campus safety.

10/16/2026

Congratulations to Lieutenants Eveleth and Grassmann on receiving the FBI LEEDA Trilogy Award. This award is presented to individuals who complete the FBI LEEDA executive and leadership development program.

10/04/2026

If anyone has any information please contact APD Detective Division at 518-462-8039.

Albany Police Investigating Homicide

Albany, NY- Albany Police are currently investigating a homicide that occurred this morning on Hudson Avenue.

On Sunday, October 4, 2026 around 2:40 a.m., officers responded to the area of Hudson Avenue near Partridge Street for reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located four victims with gunshot wounds.

A 15-year-old male with a gunshot wound was treated by the Albany Fire Department and emergency medical personnel and subsequently pronounced deceased at the scene.

A 17-year-old male with a gunshot wound to the arm was treated at the scene by the Albany Fire Department and emergency medical personnel. He was then transported to Albany Medical Center Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

An 18-year-old female with a graze wound to her head and an 18-year-old male with a graze wound to his hand were located at the scene and refused any medical treatment.

The name of the victim will not be released until proper notifications have been made.

At this time the investigation is active and ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Albany Police Department’s Detective Division at (518) 462-8039.

100% anonymous tips may also be submitted to Capital Region Crime Stoppers online at www.capitalregioncrimestoppers.com or by downloading the free P3 Tips mobile app.

10/03/2026

ROAD CLOSURES FOR HOMECOMING

University Drive between Western Avenue and Great Dane Drive will be closed to all traffic except vehicles with a valid parking pass for the Broadview Lot beginning at 11:30am today for Homecoming. Coming to celebrate with us? Game Day parking will be in the grass lot near Casey Stadium off Western Avenue. Follow the signs for Game Day parking.

10/02/2026

For the safety of all Game Day attendees, UAlbany prohibits certain items from Casey Stadium. Please review this list of prohibited items prior to arriving to the game tomorrow. Enjoy Homecoming safely.

10/01/2026

A reminder that it is illegal to operate a drone on game days. For the safety of all attendees, please do not bring drones to campus this weekend. Let's all cheer on our Great Danes safely.

09/30/2026

ROAD CLOSURES FOR HOMECOMING

University Drive between Western Avenue and Great Dane Drive will be closed to all traffic except vehicles with a valid parking pass for the Broadview Lot beginning at 11:30am on Saturday, October 3rd for Homecoming. Coming to celebrate with us? Game Day parking will be in the grass lot near Casey Stadium off Western Avenue. Follow the signs for Game Day parking.

09/29/2026

We look forward to seeing everyone on campus for Homecoming events this weekend. Follow us the rest of the week for important information regarding UAlbany Game Day activities.

09/28/2026

The University's 2026 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is now available. It may be viewed on our website at: albany.edu/police.

09/14/2026

Remy recently completed his training rotation through our Communications Center. If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a Communications and Security Specialist, the job description and application may be found on the University's Human Resources website.