NYU Clery Campus Notice

Sexual Assault/Fondling

On Sunday, September 8, 2024 the Department of Campus Safety received a report of a fondling that occurred at approximately 10:38 p.m., inside of Rubin Residence Hall in Manhattan.

An NYU student was entering Rubin Residence Hall through the revolving door when an unidentified individual also entered the same segment of the revolving door, pressing their pelvis against the victim's buttocks through their clothing. The suspect entered the lobby momentarily and left almost immediately. No words were exchanged between the student and the unknown individual at any point during the incident.

No injuries were reported. The student was offered support services.

Description of Suspect: The suspect was described as male-presenting with a medium complexion, wearing gray sweatpants and jacket, and appeared to be unhoused. The suspect was approximately 5'7" tall, 30 years of age.

If you have any additional information about this incident, please contact NYU Campus Safety at (212) 998-2222.

The suspect was described as male-presenting with a medium complexion, wearing gray sweatpants and jacket, and appeared to be unhoused. The suspect was approximately 5'7

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Be aware of your surroundings, especially when walking alone.
Walk in groups whenever you can. There is always safety in numbers.
Using a smartphone or other electronic devices, especially with earbuds, can be distracting and may make you a vulnerable target for an assailant.
Trust your instincts. If you feel that you may be in danger, seek out others or an open NYU facility that has Campus Safety Officers posted.
If you are the victim of a crime, do not engage with the assailant as that may put you in further danger.
If you are the victim of a crime, call 911 immediately and then report the incident to the Department of Campus Safety at (212) 998-2222.
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