An email from UK Police was sent to the student body regarding a case of sexual assault on campus.
According to the email sent on the evening of Sept. 4, the assault was reported on Sept. 3. UKPD got a report regarding “a strangulation that occurred on UK’s campus.”
The charges according to the UK Crime Log are “Sexual abuse – 3rd degree — strangulation 2nd degree (non-domestic violence) — harassment ( no physical contact).”
The UK Crime Bulletin reports that the assault occurred on Aug. 29 around 9:30 p.m. inside the victim’s dorm, Chellgren Hall.
Both the victim and the suspect are UK students, who are reported to know each other.
UK Police are investigating the incident.
If you or someone you know has been affected by assault, call (859) 257-3574 for confidential help and support from the Violence Intervention and Prevention Center.
