LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — The University of Kentucky Police Department is investigating a sexual assault that took place in a campus residence hall.
Police received a report of a sexual assault on Sunday, Oct. 20. The incident took place on Thursday, Oct. 17 inside the victim's dorm room, UK Police said in a news release on Monday. Police said the suspect and victim know each other.
This is the fourth reported sexual assault in two months. In September, the campus had three sexual assault reports, sparking campus safety concerns. UK Police said they are "actively investigating this incident."
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UK students can file any harassment or sexual assault reports through the Title 9 Office.
If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual assault, UK offers free and confidential support at the Violence and Intervention Prevention Center. For more information about the center, call 859-257-3574 or click here.
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