Attempted sexual assault

UD Police investigate attempted sexual assault of student

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9:04 p.m., Oct. 22, 2015--University of Delaware Police are investigating the report of an attempted sexual assault of a female UD student that occurred between 12:30 and 1:30 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 22, in the area of the construction site on Academy Street, near the south side of Smyth Hall. The victim reported the incident to UD Police later in the day on Oct. 22. 

The student said an unknown man grabbed her, pushed her to the ground and  attempted to remove her pants. She kicked him in the groin and was able to flee.

The male suspect is described as approximately 6 feet tall, with an average build, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt. 

While the police investigation continues, members of the University community are reminded to stay alert, always trust your instincts, walk with confidence, use well-lit paths and travel in groups whenever possible. 

Anyone with information that could be helpful to this investigation is asked to contact UD Police at 302-831-2224 or call 911.

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For members of the UD community who experience sexual assault, intimate partner violence or stalking, the University’s Sexual Offense Support (S.O.S.) program provides crisis support and victim advocacy and is available 24/7 by calling 302-831-2226 or online at www.udel.edu/sos. Learn more about survivor options and resources at www.udel.edu/sexualmisconduct/getting-help/

Members of the UD community may download a free smartphone app, LiveSafe, that lets users submit tips to police, receive important broadcast notifications and contact the University of Delaware Police Department directly. To learn more, visit this UD Police website.  

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