UI officials receive report of forcible fondling

Lang
10/3/20

University of Iowa officials have received another sexual assault report.

According to a UI news release, the victim reported a forcible fondling…a form of sexual assault…that occurred on Saturday, Sept. 26 at a west side residential facility. Indications are the assault was perpetrated by an acquaintance who the victim recently met on social media.

Since the start of the fall semester, the UI has received reports of two sexual assaults at fraternities and one at an eastside residence hall. All three reportedly involved acquaintances.

UI officials say those who have been the target of sexual assault can contact RVAP for 24/7 support at (319) 335-6000; or at https://rvap.uiowa.edu/.