Chicago police are investigating a reported sexual assault at a fraternity house near the University of Chicago campus in Hyde Park, according to NBC Chicago.
THE WORD
- A 21-year-old woman reported being sexually assaulted early Sunday morning.
- The incident occurred at an Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity house at 5625 S. University Ave.
- The woman was treated at the University of Chicago Medical Center.
- The unidentified suspect reportedly fled after someone intervened.
- The fraternity chapter has been instructed to suspend events while the investigation continues.
According to a community alert issued by the university, a 21-year-old woman reported being sexually assaulted at approximately 1:50 a.m. Sunday, October 11, during a party at the Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity house, located at 5625 S. University Ave.
The woman is not affiliated with the university.
Officials said another individual intervened during the incident, prompting the suspect to flee the building. The woman was subsequently transported to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where she received medical care.
Witnesses described the suspect as a man approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall with a dark complexion, short hair on the sides and longer, curly hair on top. He was reportedly wearing a black T-shirt, black jogging pants and white shoes.
University police reviewed surveillance footage that showed an individual matching the description running from the fraternity house.
The Chicago Police Department is leading the investigation, with assistance from University of Chicago police. As of October 12, authorities had not publicly identified a suspect.
Following the report, Alpha Epsilon Pi’s national organization said it was cooperating with authorities and instructed the fraternity’s local chapter to suspend all events and programs while the investigation remains ongoing.
The incident has also prompted concerns among students about safety at fraternity parties and the need for accountability.
Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact the Chicago Police Department or the University of Chicago Police Department.
The investigation remains ongoing.
