Safety Alert: Suspected Sex Assault on Campus
On March 6, 2016 at approximately 2:47 p.m., the CU Boulder Police Department (CUPD) was notified of a suspected sexual assault. The suspected sexual assault occurred sometime in the early morning hours of March 6. The victim became separated from her friends in the area of Farrand Field around 12:30 a.m. She was found a short time later. At this time, CUPD has no suspect information.
CUPD is currently investigating the incident. Anyone with information regarding this crime is encouraged to contact CUPD at (303) 492-6666 and may do so anonymously .
This message is being sent pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (“Clery Act”), a federal law that requires disclosure of major crime and policy information. For more information on the Clery Act and CU-Boulder’s policies, please see the Clery .
Sexual assault is not tolerated at CU-Boulder. It can be both a crime and a violation of policy, see:, and.
CU-Boulder reminds the community of the following information that could aid in the prevention of similar crimes:
- Sexual activity without consent (including with acquaintances, friends, or partners) is sexual assault.
- Consent cannot be obtained through coercion or threats.
- Use of alcohol or drugs may impair the ability to determine whether sexual activity is consensual.
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- The obligation to help prevent sexual assault is on all of us..
If you are the victim of sexual assault, you have many options for reporting, services, and assistance. Find your reporting options . Retaliation for reporting is strictly prohibited. For free and confidential support please contact(OVA), 303-492-8855.