Burglary, Sex Offense - Unknown 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”
July 15, 2024

Reported Date/Time:
7/15/2024 at 6 :45 PM
Incident Number:
24UP02319
Occurred Date/Time start:
7/15/2024 at 3 :00 AM
Occurred Date/Time end:
7/15/2024 at 7 :00 AM
Type of Report:
Burglary, Sex Offense - Unknown
Reported Offense Narrative:
University Police received a report of burglary and sexual assault at 6:45 pm on July 15, 2024. The victim, a student, reported an unknown perpetrator entered their residence hall room uninvited and assaulted them. The reported incident occurred on July 15, 2024, between 3:00 am and 7:00 am, in an on-campus residence hall. Police are investigating.
Location Description:
The incident reportedly occurred in an east halls housing complex.
Campus Location:
University Park

Personal Safety Tips
  • Perpetrators are responsible for sexual assaults. Perpetrators take advantage of vulnerability and seek opportunities to commit sexual assaults.
  • 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.
  • Report all suspicious persons, vehicles, and activities to your University Police department immediately.


    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