Community Alert: Domestic Battery Incident 09/01/24
Published: September 1, 2024.
This afternoon, 09/01/2024, a resident student reported to the 甜心直播 Police Department that she was the victim of a domestic battery at the hands of male suspect not affiliated with Lewis, with whom she had a previous relationship. The incident occurred at approximately 12:45 pm in a residence hall. The incident was reported to the police department at approximately 3:00 pm. At the time of this message the whereabouts of the suspect are not known. He was seen on campus at least once after the incident occurred.
LUPD is collaborating with the Romeoville Police Department in investigating this case. The suspect is described as an 18-year-old male, approximately 5�09� with a medium build, light skin and medium length dark hair with a bruise under his right eye, last seen wearing a black tee shirt and black pants. Community members are reminded to be alert to their surroundings, maintain building security by not propping doors or allowing entry to unknown persons and to report any suspicious activity to LUPD at 815-836-5911.
Resources related to sexual and domestic violence are available through the LU Cares webpage. You may also reach out directly to the Student Wellness Center, Residence Life, , Human Resources, the Title IX Coordinator or University Police. Free support is available 24 hours a day through the TimelyCare app.�
If you have information regarding this incident, please contact LUPD at 815-836-5911. This notice is based on preliminary information received by LUPD and the investigation is ongoing.
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