Content warning: This story contains information about sexual assault.
The University of Wisconsin Police Department (UWPD) is investigating a sexual assault case reported on Monday, which occurred in a southeast campus residence hall early Sunday morning.
UWPD is actively investigating the incident, according to a message sent to the campus community.
“These acts will not be tolerated on campus and may be a violation of Wisconsin law as well as the University’s Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence policy. UW-Madison proactively addresses sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, sexual harassment and sexual exploitation,” the message said.
Those with information or videos related to the assault can contact UWPD at their non-emergency line (608)-264-2677.
Student support and community resources are available via University Health Services’ crisis line at (608) 265-5600, option 9.
Ava Menkes is the managing editor at The Daily Cardinal. She previously served as the state news editor. She has covered multiple stories about the upcoming election, healthcare and campus, and written in-depth about rural issues, legislative maps and youth voter turnout. She will be an incoming intern with Wisconsin Watch. Follow her on Twitter at @AvaMenkes.
