Crime Alerts
2021
November 1, 2021
The Office of Institutional Equity has informed the Notre Dame Police Department of an incident of sexual battery that occurred on campus in a men’s residence hall in the early morning hours of October 30, 2021.
The male victim awoke to find the unknown male suspect in his bed making unwanted physical contact. The suspect was described as a tall white male with brown hair. The Office of Institutional Equity continues to investigate the incident.
Sexual assault and other sex-based misconduct can happen to anyone. Anyone initiating any kind of sexual contact with another person must seek consent and not engage in sexual contact unless consent is given. According to the University’s Policy on Discriminatory Harassment, Sexual Harassment, and Other Sex-Based Misconduct (the “Policy”), “consent” means “informed, freely given agreement, communicated by clearly understandable words or actions, to participate in each form of sexual activity. Consent cannot be inferred from silence, passivity, or lack of active resistance.” Importantly, intoxication is not an excuse for failure to obtain consent, and a person who is incapacitated—whether by alcohol, drugs, or otherwise—is incapable of giving consent. For more information on consent and incapacitation, see Section 5 of the Policy.
On college campuses, perpetrators are more likely to assault an acquaintance than a stranger. Being aware of your own safety and watching out for your friends are important steps you can take to reduce the risk of sexual assault.
The perpetrator, not the survivor, is responsible for any instance of sexual assault. Nothing a survivor does or does not do is an excuse for sexual assault.
Information about sexual assault prevention and resources for survivors of sexual assault are available from NDSP at https://police.nd.edu/ and at the Committee for Sexual Assault Prevention website at https://titleix.nd.edu/committee-on-sexual-assault/.
To report a crime in progress, suspicious activity (crime may be occurring), fire or medical emergency, dial 9-1-1 from any campus phone or dial 574-631-5555 from your cellular telephone.
September 13, 2021
The Office of Institutional Equity has informed the Notre Dame Police Department of an incident of rape that occurred on campus in the evening hours of September 9, 2021.
The male student victim reported he exchanged messages with the male suspect through a dating app prior to meeting in a parking lot on the east side of campus. At this time there is no additional suspect information available. The Office of Institutional Equity continues to investigate the incident.
Sexual assault and other sex-based misconduct can happen to anyone. Anyone initiating any kind of sexual contact with another person must seek consent and not engage in sexual contact unless consent is given. According to the University’s Policy on Discriminatory Harassment, Sexual Harassment, and Other Sex-Based Misconduct (the “Policy”), “consent” means “informed, freely given agreement, communicated by clearly understandable words or actions, to participate in each form of sexual activity. Consent cannot be inferred from silence, passivity, or lack of active resistance.” Importantly, intoxication is not an excuse for failure to obtain consent, and a person who is incapacitated—whether by alcohol, drugs, or otherwise—is incapable of giving consent. For more information on consent and incapacitation, see Section 5 of the Policy.
On college campuses, perpetrators are more likely to assault an acquaintance than a stranger. Being aware of your own safety and watching out for your friends are important steps you can take to reduce the risk of sexual assault.
When using dating apps it is suggested to meet in a public place and tell your friends and family about your plans. Arrange your own transportation and if you are feeling uncomfortable for any reason, leave.
The perpetrator, not the survivor, is responsible for any instance of sexual assault. Nothing a survivor does or does not do is an excuse for sexual assault.
Information about sexual assault prevention and resources for survivors of sexual assault are available from NDPD at https://police.nd.edu/ and at the Committee for Sexual Assault Prevention website at https://titleix.nd.edu/committee-on-sexual-assault/.
To report a crime in progress, suspicious activity (crime may be occurring), fire or medical emergency, dial 9-1-1 from any campus phone or dial 574-631-5555 from your cellular telephone.
September 1, 2021
The Notre Dame Police Department has received a report of an incident of sexual battery (as defined by Indiana law) that occurred on campus in the late-night hours of August 28, 2021.
The incident was initially mentioned to the South Bend Police Department while investigating a separate crime on August 29, 2021, and then reported to NDPD on August 31, 2021. The female victim reported she believes she was given a date rape drug in a North Quad men’s residence hall prior to the sexual battery which may have occurred at another unknown location on campus. She was unable to provide a description of the suspect at the time of the report. The Notre Dame Police Department has been in contact with the victim as well as with our partners in South Bend.
Sexual assault and other sex-based misconduct can happen to anyone. Anyone initiating any kind of sexual contact with another person must seek consent and not engage in sexual contact unless consent is given. According to the University’s Policy on Discriminatory Harassment, Sexual Harassment, and Other Sex-Based Misconduct (the “Policy”), “consent” means “informed, freely given agreement, communicated by clearly understandable words or actions, to participate in each form of sexual activity. Consent cannot be inferred from silence, passivity, or lack of active resistance.” Importantly, intoxication is not an excuse for failure to obtain consent, and a person who is incapacitated—whether by alcohol, drugs, or otherwise—is incapable of giving consent. For more information on consent and incapacitation, see Section 5 of the Policy.
On college campuses, perpetrators are more likely to assault an acquaintance than a stranger. Being aware of your own safety and watching out for your friends are important steps you can take to reduce the risk of sexual assault.
The perpetrator, not the survivor, is responsible for any instance of sexual assault. Nothing a survivor does or does not do is an excuse for sexual assault.
Information about sexual assault prevention and resources for survivors of sexual assault are available from NDSP at https://police.nd.edu/ and at the Committee for Sexual Assault Prevention website at https://titleix.nd.edu/committee-on-sexual-assault/.
To report a crime in progress, suspicious activity (crime may be occurring), fire or medical emergency, dial 9-1-1 from any campus phone or dial 574-631-5555 from your cellular telephone.
April 6, 2021
This evening, April 6, 2021, at approximately 6:50 P.M. the South Bend Police Department responded to a shooting south of campus near the intersection of N. Frances Street and Campeau Street. Two people were reportedly injured. The suspect was reported to have fled eastbound. At this time we are not aware of any affiliation with the Notre Dame community.
The Notre Dame Police Department has been in contact with our partners in South Bend about this incident, and we will continue to work together for the safety of our communities.
If you have any information regarding this assault, please contact the South Bend Police Department, and if you are a victim of a crime please report it to local authorities.
If you become aware of a disturbance or fight, leave the area as quickly as possible and seek protection. Once you have reached a place of safety, call 911. If this is not possible, hide and seek shelter in a place where you will be safe until the danger has passed.
IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING.
South Bend Police Department 574-235-9263
Crime Stoppers 574-288-STOP (7867)
Notre Dame Security Police Department 574-631-5555
2020
January 22, 2020
On January 21, 2020 NDPD received a report of sexual misconduct from the Title IX office that occurred on January 17, 2020 in a north side men’s residence hall. The female victim reported that a male suspect engaged in non-consensual sexual contact as defined in du Lac (https://dulac.nd.edu/community-standards/important/#sm). The suspect was known to the victim.
Sexual assault can happen to anyone. Anyone initiating any kind of sexual contact with another person must seek consent and not engage in sexual contact unless consent is given. According to du Lac, “Consent means informed, freely given agreement, communicated by clearly understandable words or actions, to participate in each form of sexual activity. Consent cannot be inferred from silence, passivity, or lack of active resistance.” Importantly, intoxication is not an excuse for failure to obtain consent, and a person who is incapacitated—whether by alcohol, drugs, or otherwise—is incapable of giving consent. For more information on consent and incapacitation, see http://dulac.nd.edu/community-standards/important/#sa.
As the University’s sexual assault policy makes clear: “Sexual misconduct of any kind is inconsistent with the University’s values and incompatible with the safe, healthy environment that the Notre Dame community expects. All members of this community share responsibility for creating and maintaining an environment which promotes the safety and dignity of each individual.” On college campuses, perpetrators are more likely to assault an acquaintance than a stranger. Being aware of your own safety and watching out for your friends are important steps you can take to reduce the risk of sexual assault.
The perpetrator, not the survivor, is responsible for any instance of sexual assault. Nothing a survivor does or does not do is an excuse for sexual assault.
Information about sexual assault prevention and resources for survivors of sexual assault are available from NDPD at https://police.nd.edu/ and at the Committee for Sexual Assault Prevention website https://titleix.nd.edu/committee-on-sexual-assault/
To report a crime in progress, suspicious activity (crime may be occurring), fire or medical emergency, dial 9-1-1 from any campus phone or dial 574-631-5555 from your cellular telephone.
2019
August 30, 2019
The St. Joseph County Police Department has alerted the Notre Dame Police Department of an incident that involved gun shots being fired in the area of Burdette, Bailey and Eugene Streets east of campus. Several shots were fired from a moving vehicle at another moving vehicle. The incident occurred around 10:00 PM on August 29, 2019. The occupants of the vehicles had some contact with each other at another location earlier in the evening.
The Notre Dame Police Department has been in contact with our partners in St. Joseph County about this incident, and we will continue to work together for the safety of our communities.
If you have any information regarding this assault, please contact the St. Joseph County Police Department, and if you are a victim of a crime please report it to local authorities.
If you become aware of a disturbance or fight, leave the area as quickly as possible and seek protection. Once you have reached a place of safety, call 911. If this is not possible, hide and seek shelter in a place where you will be safe until the danger has passed.
IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING.
St. Joseph County Police Department 574-235-9611
Crime Stoppers 574-288-STOP
Notre Dame Police Department 574-631-5555
August 28, 2019
The Notre Dame Police Department has received a report of an incident of non-consensual sexual contact that occurred in the early morning hours of August 25, 2019 outside Brothers Bar & Grill in the Eddy Street Commons.
A female student was outside the business when she was inappropriately and non-consensually touched by an unknown male. The male has not been identified but is believed to be of student age. The suspect was described as a white male with sandy blonde hair, no facial hair, blue eyes, 5 feet 7 to 5 feet 10 inches tall, with a slender build. The victim reported that the suspect used an Australian accent, but was uncertain of its authenticity. It was also reported that the suspect approached several other females in the same vicinity and on the same night/morning of this incident.
The Notre Dame Police Department has been in contact with our partners at the Saint Joseph County Special Victims Unit about this incident, and we will continue to work together for the safety of our communities.
If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Saint Joseph County Special Victims Unit, and if you are a victim of a crime please report it to local authorities.
IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING
Saint Joseph County SVU: 574-235-7818
Crime Stoppers: 574-288-STOP
Notre Dame Police Department: 574-631-5555
Safety Tips:
- Sexual misconduct can happen to anyone. Anyone initiating any kind of sexual contact with another person must seek consent and not engage in sexual contact unless consent is given.
- All members of this community share responsibility for creating and maintaining an environment, which promotes the safety and dignity of each individual.
- Being aware of your own safety and watching out for your friends are important steps you can take to reduce the risk of sexual assault.
- The perpetrator, not the survivor, is responsible for any instance of sexual assault. Nothing a survivor does or does not do is an excuse for sexual assault.
2018
June 23, 2018
The St. Joseph County Metro Homicide Unit has alerted the Notre Dame Police Department that it is investigating a potential homicide that occurred in the parking lot of Governor Joseph Kernan Park. The parking lot is adjacent to the McConnell Family Boathouse which is used by the Notre Dame rowing teams. The incident occurred between 3:30 - 4:00 A.M. on Saturday, June 23, 2018.
A second person was with the victim at the time of the incident and has not yet been located. At this time, there is no suspect information available.
If you have any information about this case, please contact the County Metro Homicide Unit at 574-235-5009. Information can also be shared anonymously with Michiana Crime Stoppers at 574-288-STOP (7867) or via online tip at www.michianacrimestoppers.com.
Safety Tips:
If you become aware of a disturbance or fight, leave the area as quickly as possible and seek protection. Once you have reached a place of safety, call 911. If this is not possible, hide and seek shelter in a place where you will be safe until the danger has passed.
Utilize safe transportation and travel in groups. Be alert and aware of your surroundings. Additional safety information and videos are available at police.nd.edu/crime-prevention-and-safety/
IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING.
St. Joseph County Metro Homicide 574-235-5009
South Bend Police Department 574-235-9263
Crime Stoppers 574-288-STOP (7867)
Notre Dame Police Department 574-631-5555
Related news stories
http://wsbt.com/news/local/police-investigating-homicide-at-notre-dame-boathouse
https://www.abc57.com/news/shooting-at-notre-dames-mcconell-family-boathouse
http://www.wndu.com/content/news/Shots-fired-on-Northside-Blvd-in-South-Bend-486345941.html
March 26, 2018
The South Bend Police Department has alerted the Notre Dame Police Department of an aggravated assault with a firearm that occurred at approximately 4:00 AM on March 25, 2018 in an alleyway of Eddy Street Commons behind 1234 North Eddy Street. It was reported that several shots were fired at a vehicle leaving the area after a disturbance.
At this time, there is no suspect information.
The Notre Dame Police Department has been in contact with our partners in South Bend about this incident, and we will continue to work together for the safety of our communities.
If you have any information regarding this assault, please contact the South Bend Police Department, and if you are a victim of a crime please report it to local authorities.
If you become aware of a disturbance or fight, leave the area as quickly as possible and seek protection. Once you have reached a place of safety, call 911. If this is not possible, hide and seek shelter in a place where you will be safe until the danger has passed.
IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING.
South Bend Police Department 574-235-9263
Crime Stoppers 574-288-STOP
Notre Dame Police Department 574-631-5555
Related news stories:
https://ndsmcobserver.com/2018/03/shooting-on-eddy-street/
http://www.wndu.com/content/news/One-person-shot-near-restaurant-in-South-Bend---477848393.html
https://www.abc57.com/news/one-person-shot-outside-of-5-guys-restaurant
https://www.b100.com/man-shot-outside-of-five-guys-on-eddy-street-in-south-bend/
2017
November 9, 2017
The Deputy Title IX Coordinator received a third party report of an incident of sexual assault, as defined in du Lac (http://dulac.nd.edu/community-standards/important/#sa), that occurred on November 4, 2017 in an east side male residence hall. The suspect is known to the victim.
Information about sexual assault prevention and resources for survivors of sexual assault is available from NDPD at police.nd.edu and at the Committee for Sexual Assault Prevention website http://csap.nd.edu
To report a crime in progress, suspicious activity (crime may be occurring), fire or medical emergency, dial 9-1-1 from any campus phone or dial 574-631-5555 from your cellular telephone.
November 3, 2017
On November 3, 2017 NDPD received a report of sexual misconduct that occurred on November 3, 2017, around 11:30 P.M. on the pedestrian path between Leahy Drive and the D Bulla Parking Lot. The victim reported that a white male in his 20s or 30s walked past her in the opposite direction, then turned around and followed her and engaged in non-consensual sexual contact as defined in du Lac (https://dulac.nd.edu/community-standards/important/#sm). He then fled the area. He was described as approximately 5’8” with a somewhat stocky build wearing a baseball cap and a jacket that was light brown on the shoulders and top of arms and dark brown or black. The suspect is pictured below. Police responded but have not yet been able to locate the suspect. If you have any information about this incident, please contact NDPD at 574-631-5555.
March 21, 2017
The Deputy Title IX Coordinator received a report of an incident of sexual assault, as defined in du Lac (http://dulac.nd.edu/community-standards/important/#sa), that occurred in the early morning hours of March 19, 2017 in a North Quad men’s residence hall.
Sexual assault can happen to anyone. Anyone initiating any kind of sexual contact with another person must seek consent and not engage in sexual contact unless consent is given. According to du Lac, “Consent means informed, freely given agreement, communicated by clearly understandable words or actions, to participate in each form of sexual activity. Consent cannot be inferred from silence, passivity, or lack of active resistance.” Importantly, intoxication is not an excuse for failure to obtain consent, and a person who is incapacitated—whether by alcohol, drugs, or otherwise—is incapable of giving consent. For more information on consent and incapacitation, see http://studenthandbook.nd.edu/community-standards/standards/smsa/.
As the University’s sexual assault policy makes clear: “Sexual misconduct of any kind is inconsistent with the University’s values and incompatible with the safe, healthy environment that the Notre Dame community expects. All members of this community share responsibility for creating and maintaining an environment which promotes the safety and dignity of each individual.” On college campuses, perpetrators are more likely to assault an acquaintance than a stranger. Being aware of your own safety and watching out for your friends are important steps you can take to reduce the risk of sexual assault.
The perpetrator, not the survivor, is responsible for any instance of sexual assault. Nothing a survivor does or does not do is an excuse for sexual assault.
Information about sexual assault prevention and resources for survivors of sexual assault are available from NDPD at police.nd.edu. and at the Committee for Sexual Assault Prevention website http://csap.nd.edu/.
To report a crime in progress, suspicious activity (crime may be occurring), fire or medical emergency, dial 9-1-1 from any campus phone or dial 574-631-5555 from your cellular telephone.
February 2, 2017
The Deputy Title IX Coordinator received a report of an incident of sexual assault, as defined in du Lac (http://dulac.nd.edu/community-standards/important/#sa), occurred in a West Quad men’s residence hall in the early morning hours of Sunday, January 29, 2017.
Sexual assault can happen to anyone. Anyone initiating any kind of sexual contact with another person must seek consent and not engage in sexual contact unless consent is given. According to du Lac, “Consent means informed, freely given agreement, communicated by clearly understandable words or actions, to participate in each form of sexual activity. Consent cannot be inferred from silence, passivity, or lack of active resistance.” Importantly, intoxication is not an excuse for failure to obtain consent, and a person who is incapacitated—whether by alcohol, drugs, or otherwise—is incapable of giving consent. For more information on consent and incapacitation, see http://dulac.nd.edu/community-standards/important/#consent
As the University’s sexual assault policy makes clear: “Sexual assault is inconsistent with the University’s values and incompatible with the safe, healthy environment that the Notre Dame community expects. All members of this community share responsibility for creating and maintaining an environment which promotes the safety and dignity of each individual.” On college campuses, perpetrators are more likely to assault an acquaintance than a stranger. Being aware of your own safety and watching out for your friends are important steps you can take to reduce the risk of sexual assault.
The perpetrator, not the survivor, is responsible for any instance of sexual assault. Nothing a survivor does or does not do is an excuse for sexual assault.
Information about sexual assault prevention and resources for survivors of sexual assault are available from NDPD at police.nd.edu. and at the Committee for Sexual Assault Prevention website http://csap.nd.edu/.
To report a crime in progress, suspicious activity (crime may be occurring), fire or medical emergency, dial 9-1-1 from any campus phone or dial 574-631-5555 from your cellular telephone.
2016
November 18, 2016
It was reported by a third party to a university official that an incident of sexual assault, as defined in du Lac (http://dulac.nd.edu/community-standards/standards/sexual-misconduct/), occurred in a North Quad men's residence hall on the night of November 17 or the early morning hours of November 18, 2016. The assault occurred after the female victim and male suspect met at an off campus bar/club. The identity of the suspect is unknown.
Sexual assault can happen to anyone. Anyone initiating any kind of sexual contact with another person must seek consent and not engage in sexual contact unless consent is given. According to du Lac, “Consent means informed, freely given agreement, communicated by clearly understandable words or actions, to participate in each form of sexual activity. Consent cannot be inferred from silence, passivity, or lack of active resistance.” Importantly, intoxication is not an excuse for failure to obtain consent, and a person who is incapacitated—whether by alcohol, drugs, or otherwise—is incapable of giving consent. For more information on consent and incapacitation, see http://studenthandbook.nd.edu/community-standards/standards/smsa/.
As the University’s sexual assault policy makes clear: “Sexual misconduct of any kind is inconsistent with the University’s values and incompatible with the safe, healthy environment that the Notre Dame community expects. All members of this community share responsibility for creating and maintaining an environment which promotes the safety and dignity of each individual.” On college campuses, perpetrators are more likely to assault an acquaintance than a stranger. Being aware of your own safety and watching out for your friends are important steps you can take to reduce the risk of sexual assault.
The perpetrator, not the survivor, is responsible for any instance of sexual assault. Nothing a survivor does or does not do is an excuse for sexual assault.
Information about sexual assault prevention and resources for survivors of sexual assault is available from NDPD at police.nd.edu and at the Committee for Sexual Assault Prevention website http://csap.nd.edu
To report a crime in progress, suspicious activity (crime may be occurring), fire or medical emergency, dial 9-1-1 from any campus phone or dial 574-631-5555 from your cellular telephone.
October 6, 2016
The Notre Dame Police Department (NDPD) is investigating an incident in which a Notre Dame Student posted photographs on social media of a clown on campus which caused concern for community members. The student who posted the photos has been identified and directly contacted by NDPD and hall staff who are addressing the issue. There is no immediate threat to the safety of the Notre Dame Community.
If you see suspicious activity or safety concerns on campus, please get to a safe location and contact NDPD immediately by calling 911 from a campus phone or 574-631-5555 from your cell phone.
2015
November 12, 2015
A report was made earlier today to the Deputy Title IX Coordinator that an incident of sexual assault, as defined in du Lac (http://dulac.nd.edu/community-standards/important/#sa), occurred on November 7, 2015 in a West Quad men's residence hall.
September 27, 2015
At around 1:50 AM on September 27, 2015 a student reported being approached by a person or persons on the St. Joseph Lake path near the Power Plant. A cell phone was taken out of the student's hands and he was pushed down. No injuries were reported. There was no description of the suspect(s).
Community members are encouraged to travel in groups or contact O'SNAP for a safety escort at (574) 631-5555 or via the ND Mobile app Transit icon.
September 2, 2015
NDPD initiated an investigation of a complaint about Facebook posts by a recent graduate that raised concerns by a number of people. This is an ongoing investigation. NDPD has identified and has been in contact with the individual and his family. As always, if you are aware of any criminal or suspicious behavior on campus, please immediately report to NDPD by calling 9-1-1 from a campus phone or 574-631-5555 from a mobile phone.
August 30, 2015
University officials received a report that an incident of sexual assault, as defined in du Lac (http://dulac.nd.edu/community-standards/important/#sa), occurred during the early morning hours of August 30, 2015 in a Mod Quad men's residence hall.
University officials received a separate report that an incident of sexual battery (defined in du Lac as non-consensual sexual contact: http://dulac.nd.edu/community-standards/important/#sm), occurred in the early morning hours of August 30, 2015 in a North Quad men's residence hall.
Sexual assault can happen to anyone. Anyone initiating any kind of sexual contact with another person must seek consent and not engage in sexual contact unless consent is given. According to du Lac, “Consent means informed, freely given agreement, communicated by clearly understandable words or actions, to participate in each form of sexual activity. Consent cannot be inferred from silence, passivity, or lack of active resistance.” Importantly, intoxication is not an excuse for failure to obtain consent, and a person who is incapacitated—whether by alcohol, drugs, or otherwise—is incapable of giving consent. For more information on consent and incapacitation, see http://dulac.nd.edu/community-standards/important/#consent
As the University’s sexual assault policy makes clear: “Sexual assault is inconsistent with the University’s values and incompatible with the safe, healthy environment that the Notre Dame community expects. All members of this community share responsibility for creating and maintaining an environment which promotes the safety and dignity of each individual.” On college campuses, perpetrators are more likely to assault an acquaintance than a stranger. Being aware of your own safety and watching out for your friends are important steps you can take to reduce the risk of sexual assault.
The perpetrator, not the survivor, is responsible for any instance of sexual assault. Nothing a survivor does or does not do is an excuse for sexual assault.
Information about sexual assault prevention and resources for survivors of sexual assault is available from NDPD at police.nd.edu and at the Committee for Sexual Assault Prevention website http://csap.nd.edu/
To report a crime in progress, suspicious activity (crime may be occurring), fire or medical emergency, dial 9-1-1 from any campus phone or dial 574-631-5555 from your cellular telephone.
August 28, 2015
NDPD is investigating a report that an incident of sexual assault, as defined in du Lac (http://dulac.nd.edu/community-standards/important/#sa), occurred during the early morning hours of August 28, 2015 in a South Quad men's residence hall.
Sexual assault can happen to anyone. Anyone initiating any kind of sexual contact with another person must seek consent and not engage in sexual contact unless consent is given. According to du Lac, “Consent means informed, freely given agreement, communicated by clearly understandable words or actions, to participate in each form of sexual activity. Consent cannot be inferred from silence, passivity, or lack of active resistance.” Importantly, intoxication is not an excuse for failure to obtain consent, and a person who is incapacitated—whether by alcohol, drugs, or otherwise—is incapable of giving consent. For more information on consent and incapacitation, see http://dulac.nd.edu/community-standards/important/#consent
As the University’s sexual assault policy makes clear: “Sexual assault is inconsistent with the University’s values and incompatible with the safe, healthy environment that the Notre Dame community expects. All members of this community share responsibility for creating and maintaining an environment which promotes the safety and dignity of each individual.” On college campuses, perpetrators are more likely to assault an acquaintance than a stranger. Being aware of your own safety and watching out for your friends are important steps you can take to reduce the risk of sexual assault.
The perpetrator, not the survivor, is responsible for any instance of sexual assault. Nothing a survivor does or does not do is an excuse for sexual assault.
Case 2015-1741
April 19, 2015
NDPD is investigating a report that an incident of sexual assault, as defined in du Lac (http://dulac.nd.edu/community-standards/standards/sexual-misconduct/), occurred during the late night hours of April 17, 2015 in a South Quad men's residence hall.
Sexual assault can happen to anyone. Anyone initiating any kind of sexual contact with another person must seek consent and not engage in sexual contact unless consent is given. According to du Lac, “Consent means informed, freely given agreement, communicated by clearly understandable words or actions, to participate in each form of sexual activity. Consent cannot be inferred from silence, passivity, or lack of active resistance.” Importantly, intoxication is not an excuse for failure to obtain consent, and a person who is incapacitated—whether by alcohol, drugs, or otherwise—is incapable of giving consent. For more information on consent and incapacitation, see http://studenthandbook.nd.edu/community-standards/standards/smsa/.
As the University’s sexual assault policy makes clear: “Sexual misconduct of any kind is inconsistent with the University’s values and incompatible with the safe, healthy environment that the Notre Dame community expects. All members of this community share responsibility for creating and maintaining an environment which promotes the safety and dignity of each individual.” On college campuses, perpetrators are more likely to assault an acquaintance than a stranger. Being aware of your own safety and watching out for your friends are important steps you can take to reduce the risk of sexual assault.
The perpetrator, not the survivor, is responsible for any instance of sexual assault. Nothing a survivor does or does not do is an excuse for sexual assault.
March 24, 2015
It was reported that an incident of sexual assault as defined in du Lac (http://dulac.nd.edu/community-standards/standards/sexual-misconduct/) occurred in the early morning hours of Friday, March 20, 2015 in a North Quad men's residence hall. The report was made to a university official.
Sexual Assault can happen to anyone. Anyone initiating any kind of sexual contact with another person must seek consent and not engate in sexual contact unless consent is given. According to du Lac, "Consent means informed, freely given agreement, communicated by clearly understandable words or actions, to participate in each form of sexual activity. Consent cannot be inferred from silence, passivity, or lack of active resistance." Importantly, intoxication is not an excuse for failure to obtain consent, and a person who is incapacitated - whether by alcohol, drugs, or otherwise - is incapable of giving consent. For more information on consent and incapacitation, see http://studenthandbook.nd.edu/community-standards/standards/smsa/ .
As the University's sexual assault policy makes clear: "Sexual misconduct of any kind is inconsistent with the University's values and incompatible with the safe, healthy environment that the Notre Dame Community expects. All members of this community share responsibility for creating and maintaining an environment which promotes the safety and dignity of each individual." On college campuses, perpetrators are more likely to assault an acquaintance than a stranger. Being aware of your own safety and watching out for your friends are important steps you can take to reduce the risk of sexual assault.
The perpetrator, not the survivor, is responsible for any instance of sexual assault. Nothing a survivor does or does not do is an excuse for sexual assault. Information about sexual assault prevention and resources for survivors of sexual assault is available from NDPD at police.nd.edu and at the Committee for Sexual Assault Prevention website http://csap.nd.edu/
To report a crime in progress, suspicious activity (crime may be occurring), fire or medical emergency, dial 9-1-1 from any campus phone or dial 574-631-5555 from your cellular telephone.
2014
November 11, 2014 (update to November 8 alert)
Notre Dame Police interviewed the complainant and three other males involved in a robbery and abduction last weekend. The complainant did not enter their vehicle on campus, as he originally reported, but several miles away. There was no evidence of an abduction, and insufficient evidence to warrant an arrest on robbery or other charges. The case remains under investigation.
November 8, 2014
Around 2:00 A.M. Saturday morning a Notre Dame student was approached by three men in a silver sedan on Notre Dame Avenue between the Morris Inn and Holy Cross Drive. One of the men got out of the vehicle and instructed the student to come with them. They demanded money and took the student to a gas station and a grocery store so he could get cash for them. They then brought the student back to campus. No gun was seen, but it was implied that at least one of the three men had a gun. The suspects were described as three black males wearing dark clothing. They had no facial hair or visible marks or tattoos. One of the men had dreadlocks. One of the men was about 6 feet tall, medium build. All three appeared to be between 20-23 years old.
Students are encouraged to travel in groups and utilize safe transportation such as licensed cabs or Transpo. Visit http://offcampus.nd.edu/the-michiana-area/transportation/ for information about transportation options. The websites police.nd.edu and http://offcampus.nd.edu/ contain further information about safety on and off campus.
To report a crime in progress, suspicious activity (crime may be occurring), fire or medical emergency, dial 9-1-1 from any campus phone or dial 574-631-5555 from your cellular telephone.
October 5, 2014
An attempted sexual assault, as defined in du Lac (http://dulac.nd.edu/community-standards/standards/sexual-misconduct/), was reported near the lakes in the early morning hours of Saturday, October 4, 2014, when the suspect and victim were walking back to the victim’s residence hall from an off-campus location. The report was made to a campus administrator.
Sexual assault can happen to anyone. Anyone initiating any kind of sexual contact with another person must seek consent and not engage in sexual contact unless consent is given. According to du Lac, “Consent means informed, freely given agreement, communicated by clearly understandable words or actions, to participate in each form of sexual activity. Consent cannot be inferred from silence, passivity, or lack of active resistance.” Importantly, intoxication is not an excuse for failure to obtain consent, and a person who is incapacitated—whether by alcohol, drugs, or otherwise—is incapable of giving consent. For more information on consent and incapacitation, see http://studenthandbook.nd.edu/community-standards/standards/smsa/
As the University’s sexual assault policy makes clear: “Sexual misconduct of any kind is inconsistent with the University’s values and incompatible with the safe, healthy environment that the Notre Dame community expects. All members of this community share responsibility for creating and maintaining an environment which promotes the safety and dignity of each individual.” On college campuses, perpetrators are more likely to assault an acquaintance than a stranger. Being aware of your own safety and watching out for your friends are important steps you can take to reduce the risk of sexual assault.
The perpetrator, not the survivor, is responsible for any instance of sexual assault. Nothing a survivor does or does not do is an excuse for sexual assault.
Information about sexual assault prevention and resources for survivors of sexual assault is available from NDPD at police.nd.eduand at the Committee for Sexual Assault Prevention website http://csap.nd.edu
To report a crime in progress, suspicious activity (crime may be occurring), fire or medical emergency, dial 9-1-1 from any campus phone or dial 574-631-5555 from your cellular telephone.
It was reported that an incident of sexual assault, as defined in du Lac (http://dulac.nd.edu/community-standards/standards/sexual-misconduct/), occurred in the early morning hours of September 13th in a women’s residence hall in the north east area of campus. The report was made to a university administrator.
Sexual assault can happen to anyone. Anyone initiating any kind of sexual contact with another person must seek consent and not engage in sexual contact unless consent is given. According to du Lac, “Consent means informed, freely given agreement, communicated by clearly understandable words or actions, to participate in each form of sexual activity. Consent cannot be inferred from silence, passivity, or lack of active resistance.” Importantly, intoxication is not an excuse for failure to obtain consent, and a person who is incapacitated—whether by alcohol, drugs, or otherwise—is incapable of giving consent. For more information on consent and incapacitation, see http://studenthandbook.nd.edu/community-standards/standards/smsa/
As the University’s sexual assault policy makes clear: “Sexual misconduct of any kind is inconsistent with the University’s values and incompatible with the safe, healthy environment that the Notre Dame community expects. All members of this community share responsibility for creating and maintaining an environment which promotes the safety and dignity of each individual.” On college campuses, perpetrators are more likely to assault an acquaintance than a stranger. Being aware of your own safety and watching out for your friends are important steps you can take to reduce the risk of sexual assault.
The perpetrator, not the survivor, is responsible for any instance of sexual assault. Nothing a survivor does or does not do is an excuse for sexual assault.
Information about sexual assault prevention and resources for survivors of sexual assault is available from NDPD at police.nd.edu and at the Committee for Sexual Assault Prevention website http://csap.nd.edu
To report a crime in progress, suspicious activity (crime may be occurring), fire or medical emergency, dial 9-1-1 from any campus phone or dial (574) 631-5555 from your cellular telephone.
Around 10:00 A.M. today, May 31, 2014, the Notre Dame Police Department received a report of a “road rage” type incident that occurred on the traffic circle at the intersection of Douglas and Juniper Roads. The suspect is a white male in his 30s or 40s wearing a muscle shirt and driving a black Infinity SUV. The suspect pulled up beside the victim’s vehicle and pointed a handgun at the victim. The suspect was last seen driving north on State Route 933.
If someone aggressively engages you while driving, either with a weapon or by driving aggressively, disengage and leave the area. As soon as you safely can, call 9-1-1 or drive to a police or fire station or other heavily populated area where you can get assistance.
Anyone with any information concerning this crime is encouraged to call NDPD at (574) 631-5555 or by contacting Crime Stoppers at (574) 288-STOP (7867) or http://southbend.crimestoppersweb.com/ . To report a crime in progress, suspicious activity (crime may be occurring), fire or medical emergency, dial 9-1-1 from any campus phone or dial (574) 631-5555 from your cellular telephone.
NDPD Case 2014-1241
NDPD is investigating a report of a sexual battery that occurred outside the south end of LaFortune Student Center on Tuesday morning, April 15, 2014. The suspect approached a female student in this location just before 5:00 A.M. He grabbed the student and said something to her. The student broke away from the suspect and ran to safety.
The suspect is described as a Hispanic male possibly between 30 and 40 years of age. He was 5’10” – 6’ tall with what was described as a pot belly stomach, dark complexion and black loose curly hair just below the ear line. He had a beard but no mustache and a tattoo on his right upper arm that showed below his t-shirt sleeve. He spoke with a heavy Hispanic accent. The suspect was wearing a red t-shirt and dark pants.
Safewalk and NDPD officers are available to provide safety escorts on campus 24 hours a day. This service is available to students, faculty, staff and guests. Request a Safewalk by calling (574) 631-5555. Information on sexual assault prevention and resources for survivors of sexual assault are available from NDPD at http://ndps.nd.edu and from the Committee on Sexual Assault Prevention at http://csap.nd.edu/.
Anyone with any information concerning this crime is encouraged to call NDPD at (574) 631-5555 or by contacting Crime Stoppers at (574) 288-STOP (7867) or http://southbend.crimestoppersweb.com/ . To report a crime in progress, suspicious activity (crime may be occurring), fire or medical emergency, dial 9-1-1 from any campus phone or dial (574) 631-5555 from your cellular telephone.
NDPD Case 14-0903
It was reported that a sexual assault was committed by an acquaintance in a north quad men’s residence hall in the early morning hours of April 5, 2014. The report was made to a university administrator.
Sexual assault can happen to anyone. Anyone initiating any kind of sexual contact with another person must seek consent and not engage in sexual contact unless consent is given. According to du Lac, “Consent means informed, freely given agreement, communicated by clearly understandable words or actions, to participate in each form of sexual activity. Consent cannot be inferred from silence, passivity, or lack of active resistance.” Importantly, intoxication is not an excuse for failure to obtain consent, and a person who is incapacitated—whether by alcohol, drugs, or otherwise—is incapable of giving consent. For more information on consent and incapacitation, see http://studenthandbook.nd.edu/community-standards/standards/smsa/.
As the University’s sexual assault policy makes clear: “Sexual misconduct of any kind is inconsistent with the University’s values and incompatible with the safe, healthy environment that the Notre Dame community expects. All members of this community share responsibility for creating and maintaining an environment which promotes the safety and dignity of each individual.” On college campuses, perpetrators are more likely to assault an acquaintance than a stranger. Being aware of your own safety and watching out for your friends are important steps you can take to reduce the risk of sexual assault.
The perpetrator, not the survivor, is responsible for any instance of sexual assault. Nothing a survivor does or does not do is an excuse for sexual assault.
NDPD is investigating a report of indecent exposure reported on Tuesday, April 1 at about 7:45 p.m. between DeBartolo Hall and the Snite Museum of Art. Police received a report from two people that a man in a red Ford pickup truck with Indiana license plates was exposing himself. When he was observed by the witnesses, he drove south on Eddy Street and off campus. The suspect was described to police as a male, white, in late 20s to early 30s, with short brown hair and unshaven, wearing blue jeans and a red t-shirt.
When walking on campus after dark, call (574) 631-5555 for an escort from the men and women of Notre Dame SafeWalk. A SafeWalk employee will meet you and walk with you to or from any point on campus. The service is free and confidential. Information on crime prevention is available at police.nd.edu/crime-prevention-and-safety .
Anyone with any information concerning this crime is encouraged to call Notre Dame Police Department at (574) 631-5555. To report a crime in progress, suspicious activity (crime may be occurring), fire or medical emergency, dial 9-1-1 from any campus phone or dial (574) 631-5555 from your cellular telephone.
Case number 14-0759
2013
November 7, 2013
Sexual Assault Reported: It was reported that a sexual assault was committed by an acquaintance in a south quad men’s residence hall late on November 1st. The report was made to a university administrator.
October 17, 2013
Robbery Reported: The Notre Dame Police Department is investigating a robbery that occurred near McGlinn Hall at about 2:25 a.m. on Thursday, October 17, 2013. A female student was walking near McGlinn Hall when three males approached her, two on foot and one on a bicycle. The men demanded and took her backpack. No weapon was displayed, however one of the suspects said he had a gun. The student was not injured in the robbery. Police received information that the suspects fled from campus. A search by local and Notre Dame police was conducted west of campus.
The suspects are described as three black men, in their 20s, wearing dark colored hooded jackets, approximately 6 feet tall. The bike used was blue or black.
Case # 2013-2327
September 30, 2013
Sexual Assault Reported: NDPD is investigating a report made on Monday, September 30 of a sexual assault committed by an acquaintance in a west quad men’s residence hall in the early morning hours of September 29.
NDPD Case 2013-2157
September 21, 2013
Sexual Assault Reported: NDPD is investigating a report made on Saturday, September 21st of a sexual assault committed by an acquaintance in a north quad men’s residence hall late on September 20th.
September 9, 2013
Attempted Rape Reported: It was reported that an attempted rape was committed by an acquaintance in a north quad men’s residence hall late on September 6, or in the early morning hours of September 7. The report was made to a university administrator on September 9. Police have no evidence that this case is connected with the incident described in the Crime Alert previously issued on September 7.
September 7, 2013
Sexual Assault Reported: It was reported that a sexual assault was committed by a man in a north quad men’s residence hall during the early morning hours of September 7, 2013. NDPD is investigating the sexual assault.
Case # 2013-1844