Stalking - VAWA has occurred at University Park

This warning addresses a report of sexual misconduct. Resources are available on and off campus to provide assistance. Visit https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/get-urgent-help for support.

Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)

Timely Warning
Possible Threat to the Community
“Your Right to Know”
February 16, 2023

Reported Date/Time:
2/16/2023 at 5 :51 PM
Incident Number:
23UP00619
Occurred Date/Time start:
2/16/2023 at 5 :20 PM
Occurred Date/Time end:
2/16/2023 at 5 :51 PM
Type of Report:
Stalking - VAWA
Reported Offense Narrative:
University Police received a report of stalking at the Hetzel Union Building (HUB).  The victim, a student, reported an unknown person appeared to have video recorded them inside the restroom.  After time passed, the victim returned to the same restroom and the same behavior occurred. Victim confronted the suspect and, was struck in the face, before the suspect fled the area. Police are investigating.  Anyone with further information regarding this, or any other incident, are encouraged to report to University Police. 
Location Description:
Hetzel Union Building, commonly referred to as the HUB, is situated along Pollock Road across from Osmond Lab.
Campus Location:
University Park
Suspect(s) Description:
Suspect Race:
Black
Suspect Sex:
Male
Suspect Height:
5'10"
Suspect Weight:
Suspect Hair Color:
Bald
Suspect Eye Color:
Brown
Suspect Age:
Approximately 50 years of age
Suspect Additional Description:

Personal Safety Tips
  • Do not loan out your key or ID to anyone.
  • Document the stalking behaviors, even if you are unsure about reporting to the police.
  • Have your keys/ID card ready when walking to your vehicle, residence or office, otherwise keep your hands free and not overloaded.
  • Inform trusted neighbors, friends, family members, or classmates that you are being stalked and tell them not to give any information about you to anyone.
  • Keep your doors locked when you are in the room alone.
  • Limit the amount of personal information you post online.
  • Make sure you have your cell phone and it is fully charged before going out.
  • Never leave notes on your door indicating you are out for the night or out of town for the weekend.
  • Stay with a group and avoid deserted areas.
  • Tell someone you trust where you are going and when you plan to return.
  • Trust your instincts. If you feel unsafe, get to a safe place and call for help.
  • Use the buddy system and watch out for each other.
  • Keep doors and windows locked. Report inoperable locks and latches to the appropriate maintenance personnel.


    It can be assumed that conditions continue to exist that may pose a threat to members and guests of the University community. It is the duty of the administration to warn of possible 'dangerous conditions' on or near the campus, and at affiliate organizations off campus; an 'affirmative duty' exists to warn persons associated with the University of possible peril at the hands of some third party or parties.


    Penn State University Police at (814) 863-1111 26 Eisenhower Parking Deck, University Park, PA 16802