Editor’s note: This story mentions sexual violence or abuse. Resources are below..
According to a crime alert sent to students by IU Bloomington, a rape occurred at the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity house early Friday morning.
According to the statement, the rape occurred between 12:30 a.m. and 2:00 a.m. The suspect is known to IU police.
The suspect was described as a white male with green eyes and dark brown, short, shaggy hair. The statement said the suspect also had no beard, thick dark eyebrows, was 6’2″ tall and weighed 205 pounds. The suspect is a student but does not live on campus.
The IUPD is urging anyone with information regarding this or any other crime to call the department at 812-855-4111.
The IUPD is still investigating the incident. Hannah Skibba, IUPD spokesperson, said the IUPD cannot release any further information at this time.
IU’s confidential victim advocates are trained to work with students who have experienced sexual misconduct and can be contacted by phone at 812-856-2469 or by email. [email protected]. The Office of Sexual Violence Prevention and Victim Advocacy is located on the third floor of the Student Health Center at 600 N. Eagleson Ave.
The IU Sexual Assault Crisis Service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and connects students with counselors. They can be reached at 812-855-8900. Their office is located on the fourth floor of the Student Health Center at 600 N. Eagleson Ave.
IUPD non-emergency number: 812-855-4111
BPD Non-Emergency Number: 812-339-4477
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-4673
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233
Lifeline for suicide and crisis: 988
Middle Way House supports victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. The help and crisis hotline can be reached at 812-336-0846.
