CAMPUS TIMELY WARNING: Safety Announcement for BSU Students

The Boise Police Department has received a report of a sexual battery involving unlawful touching that occurred in the Boise State Student Union Building. The incident involved a male non-student who approached a female student asking for help locating his lost cell phone. A suspect has been identified and this incident is being actively investigated by the Boise Police Department.

While we do not believe the BSU community is at risk, it is important to be aware of a few general safety precautions:

* When walking, be aware of your surroundings

* Report suspicious activity or individuals to University Security at (208) 426-1453, or for emergencies call 9-1-1

* If possible, walk in pairs or groups and try to stay in well lighted areas

* Campus blue-light emergency phones connect directly to University Security/Boise Police Department University Security/Boise Police Department offers numerous crime prevention presentations and training which include personal safety and sexual assault awareness (finad.boisestate.edu/security/security_CrimePrevent.htm)

* University Security and Boise Police Department offer free “emergency only” cell phones

We encourage anyone with information about this incident or any other possible crimes on campus to report it to University Security/Boise Police Department at (208) 426-1453. Individuals can also report anonymously through Crimes Stoppers by calling (208) 343-COPS.

Boise State University maintains a strong commitment to safety and security on campus. Thank you for your participation in helping keep our campus safe.

Should you have any questions about this communication, please call University Security/Boise Police Department at (208) 426-1453.

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