PUBLIC SAFETY BULLETIN
SEXUAL ASSAULT
The TCU Police and the Fort Worth Police Department are investigating a report of a Sexual Assault that occurred in a residence hall on Sunday, September 04th. The suspect has not been currently identified. The suspect was an acquaintance of another student.
Sexual Assault is a serious crime, under Texas Penal Code Title 5, Sec. 22.011, carrying the penalty of a second degree felony.
SAFETY TIPS
No action or inaction by a crime survivor makes that person responsible for his or her victimization. Perpetrators are responsible for crimes and their effects. The following suggestions may help reduce the possibility of experiencing such a crime, or may improve opportunities to receive prompt assistance.
• It is a crime to intentionally touch someone against his or her will, regardless of the situation.
• People incapacitated by alcohol or drugs cannot give consent.
• Bystanders should be aware of their surroundings, and if there are signs of a person in distress, bystanders should make themselves known and offer assistance if it is safe to do so, and/or seek immediate help from police or security personnel.
• Every person and situation is different; survivors must decide for themselves what actions or responses are safest in any situation. If someone attempts to touch you against your will, you have the right to yell “NO” loudly, or do whatever is necessary to get the person to let go, and flee to a safe place and seek help.
• Regardless of what happens during an incident, you have the right to report the crime and to receive services and accommodations.
• Assaults by strangers are far less common than assaults by people known to survivors.
The campus community is highly encouraged to remain vigilant and immediately report any suspicious activity to TCU Police at 817-257-7777. Please program the number into your cellular telephone and download the FrogShield mobile app to facilitate a rapid police response. For off-campus emergencies, the FrogShield app will automatically connect to 911. The best way to increase the safety and security of the campus community is to report suspicious activity before a crime can be committed.
The Campus Life office in Sadler Hall (817-257-7926), Campus Advocacy, Resources & Education (CARE) (https://care.tcu.edu) and the Counseling & Mental Health Center (817-257-7863) has resources and support services to assist any student who is a victim of a crime or traumatic event.