UPD investigating reported sexual assault

Staff Report

The University Police Department is currently investigating a sexual assault that was reported to have happened on campus.

The assault reportedly occurred in Lawson Hall on Feb. 17 to a female.

The assault is currently under investigation.

Standard protocol for UPD for sexual assault investigation include a medical evaluation, gathering evidence and building a case for the State’s Attorney, according to Police Chief Kent Martin.

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