The Vanderbilt Police Department sent a campus-wide e-mail last night alerting students to a forcible fondling that occurred between Featheringill Hall and Stevenson Center. The full text of the e-mail is below:
It was reported to Vanderbilt Police Department that a forcible fondling
occurred at approximately 9:48 pm on March 28th near Stevenson Center.
The victim, a student, reported that as she was walking between
Featheringill and Stevenson Center a subject approached her from behind
and placed his arm around her. The suspect stated that he knew her.
When the victim stated that she did not know him and told him to leave
her alone, a second suspect approached from behind and pushed the
victim to the ground. One of the suspects grabbed her purse while the
other forcibly fondled her. The suspects fled the area towards the
Alumni Lawn. A search of the area was conducted with negative results.
Suspect Description:
Suspect #1 Male black, 5’10” – 5’11”. The suspect was last seen wearing
a black quilted jacket with a fur lined hood and dark pants.
Suspect # 2 Male black, 5’7” – 5’9”, the suspect had short hair and
braces on his teeth. The suspect was last seen wearing a grey zippered
sweat shirt.
IF YOU HAVE INFORMATION RELATING TO THIS INCIDENT, please call Vanderbilt Police Department at 615- 322-2745.
IF YOU WISH TO REMAIN ANONYMOUS,
CALL CRIME STOPPERS AT 74-CRIME (742-7463)
or use Silent Witness at http://police.vanderbilt.edu
Risk Reduction Tips
Lock residence hall room doors.
Secure all lower level windows.
Walk or jog in groups of three or more.
Avoid isolated or dark areas.
Travel with confidence and purpose.
Do not wear earphones while walking or jogging.
Know the locations of emergency phones.
Do not use ATMs at night.
Stay alert, and plan ahead for "What if...?"
** REPORT SUSPICIOUS PERSONS, VEHICLES, OR ACTIVITIES IMMEDIATELY! **
ON CAMPUS, DIAL 911 OR USE A BLUE LIGHT PHONE!
(NOTE: from a cell phone, call 421-1911)
