Sex Offense - Known 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.

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

Reported Date/Time:
3/16/2023 at 2 :01 PM
Incident Number:
23UP00917
Occurred Date/Time start:
3/16/2023 at 1 :00 AM
Occurred Date/Time end:
3/16/2023 at 2 :01 PM
Type of Report:
Sex Offense - Known
Reported Offense Narrative:
University Police received a report of a sexual assault at 2:01 p.m. on March 16, 2023. The reported assault occurred between 1:00 a.m. and 2:01 p.m. on March 16, 2023, in a Residence Hall located in the West Residence Halls complex. The West Residence Halls complex is in the northwestern portion of campus, adjacent to Burrows Road and Curtin Road. The victim, a student, reported that an known perpetrator sexually assaulted them.
Location Description:
The incident reportedly occurred in a residence hall room located in the West Residence Hall complex. The West Residence Halls is in the northwestern portion of campus, adjacent to Burrows Road and Curtin Road.
Campus Location:
University Park

Personal Safety Tips
  • Trust your instincts. If you feel unsafe, get to a safe place and call for help.
  • Sexual Assault is a second degree felony in the state of PA. Sentencing can include up to 10 years in prison, fines, and psychiatric treatment.
  • Perpetrators are responsible for sexual assaults. Perpetrators take advantage of vulnerability and seek opportunities to commit sexual assaults.
  • Listen to your partner. If you are getting unclear messages, stop.


    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