SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Nov. 1, 2016 (Gephardt Daily) — Police at the University of Utah are reviewing footage from surveillance cameras around campus after an aggravated rape that occurred on campus Monday afternoon.
The incident occurred at about 12:15 p.m. in the parking lot of the Merrill Engineering Building, at 50 S. Central Campus Drive, according to police. A map showing the approximate location of the truck was released Thursday.
Authorities say there are no suspects in the case at this time.
The U of U Department of Public Safety sent an email out Monday that said when the victim got into her vehicle, which was parked in the lot, the suspect forced her into the backseat at gunpoint and sexually assaulted her. He then left the parking lot on foot. The suspect is 6 feet tall, and was dressed in black and wearing a Halloween mask.
A photo of the victim’s red Toyota Tundra, in which she was raped, was released Thursday in the hope that someone may remember having seen it and any suspicious activity nearby.
The Department of Public Safety issued this update on Facebook Tuesday afternoon:
University police continue to investigate yesterday’s report of an aggravated sexual assault in the parking lot of the Merrill Engineering Building. Footage from surveillance cameras around campus is being reviewed. Current video feeds are being monitored. There are increased officer patrols in parking lots around campus. Evidence is being processed and all leads are being followed, however there are no suspects in the case at this time.
There have been no other reports of similar criminal activity on or near campus. If you have information that may be of assistance in solving this crime, please contact University of Utah Campus Police immediately by calling 801-585-2677 (801-585-COPS).
University police encourage members of the campus community to continue to be aware and sensitive to their surroundings, and to report any suspicious behavior on campus.
Victim advocates, counselors and police will be meeting with students in the College of Engineering to offer counseling. Anyone else in need of support services can contact the Center for Student Wellness at 801-581-7779. Anyone wishing to have a security escort on campus, 24-hours a day, can call 801-585-2677.
