Sexual Assault
Ferris State police received a report of a sexual assault involving a student in a residence hall on campus. The student reported non-consensual sexual contact by two individuals in a room during the early morning hours of Oct. 28. The student declined medical services and did not wish to pursue criminal charges at this time. The two individuals were identified and confirmed not to be Ferris students. Trespass notices for the two individuals are being issued. The case is open and pending a follow-up.
Hate Crime
Oct. 26 – A student reported being subjected to slurs and physically pushed while attending a party at an off-campus fraternity residence near campus. The student reported a minor injury and missing personal items following the incident. The Big Rapids Police Department is currently investigating the property because it is off campus.
No drink for you!
Oct. 25, 12:30 a.m. – A resident assistant observed a student carrying an alcoholic beverage in North Hall. When approached, the student denied drinking but then consumed the remaining contents after being instructed to dispose of it. The student also presented an altered virtual student ID showing a different person. The incident was documented and referred for a follow-up.