On April 3, 2023, the UMBC Police Department received a report of a sexual assault that occurred in an on-campus student apartment on April 2, 2023. The victim, a resident student, reported being raped by an unknown male. UMBC Police are working with local authorities to investigate and respond to this report.
Members of the university should take time to familiarize themselves with important personal and public safety resources:
- UMBC Police provide an escort service for anyone who feels unsafe when walking on or near campus. If you would like an escort, please call 410-455-5555.
- If you observe suspicious activity or behavior, or have additional information about this incident, contact UMBC Police immediately at 410-455-5555.
- UMBC's Office of Equity and Inclusion offers resources related to sexual violence, discrimination, hate, and bias for all in the community.
The UMBC Police issue Crime Alerts to protect members of the University community, to promote safety, to help reduce the likelihood of future crimes, and to raise awareness of how to seek prompt assistance should a crime occur.
This information may change as a result of further investigation.
Bruce Perry "97, Chief of Police
Sexual Violence Information and Resources
- Sexual Assault is never the victim's fault. The only person responsible for sexual misconduct is the perpetrator.
- The most common type of sexual assault occurs between individuals known to one another, including an acquaintance or in the context of a current relationship.
- Alcohol and drugs are often used to create vulnerability. Studies of sexual assault incidents show a high correlation between non-stranger sexual assault and drugs/alcohol usage. Be alert to people pressuring you or others to use alcohol or other drugs.
- Trust your instincts. If you feel uneasy or sense something is wrong, do what you can to get out of that situation or call for assistance.
- On campus sexual violence resources can be found at oei.umbc.edu and on our Retriever Courage website.
