Indecent exposure investigation

Article by UDaily staff Photo courtesy of Newark Police Department December 08, 2017

Newark Police investigate report of indecent exposure on Scholar Drive

Newark Police are investigating the report of an indecent exposure that occurred at approximately 2:55 p.m., Friday, Dec. 8, in the 500 block of Scholar Drive at University Courtyard Apartments.

Two 20-year-old female University of Delaware students told police they saw an unknown white man in a gray or silver Honda who was driving around while masturbating. He pointed at the two women while continuing to masturbate.

Surveillance image of the suspect's vehicle

The suspect is described as a white man in his mid-20s, unshaven with dark hair and wearing dark sunglasses and a dark sweatshirt. His vehicle is a gray or silver Honda Accord with a Delaware license plate, possibly ending in 300.

Newark Police have released a surveillance image of the vehicle.

Anyone with additional information regarding this incident should contact Cpl. Pete Barnes at 302-366-7100 extension 3432 or PBarnes@newark.de.us. Anonymous tips can be texted to 302NPD, with the message to TIP411. Information can also be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1‐800‐TIP‐3333 or www.tipsubmit.com, where a reward may be available.

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UD Police shared the following safety tips:

• Show a confident attitude and be alert and aware of your surroundings. Follow common sense safety precautions at all times.

• Avoid walking alone at night. Walk with a group, ride a UD shuttle bus or call 302-831-2222 for a walking escort.

• Report all suspicious activity by calling 911 from on or off campus.

In addition, 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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