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Sexual Assault

What to do if you if you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted:

If a sexual offense should occur within the University District, the victim should call the Wittenberg police at the emergency line 327-6363.

All victims of sexual assault should take the following actions:

  • Go to a safe place.
  • Do not shower, bathe, or douche.
  • Do not urinate, if possible.
  • Do not eat, drink liquids, smoke or brush teeth if oral contact took place.
  • Keep the clothes worn during the offense. If clothes are changed, place clothes in a paper bag (evidence deteriorates in plastic).
  • Get prompt medical attention.
  • Do not destroy the physical evidence that may be found in the vicinity of the crime. If the crime occurred in the victim's home, the victim should not clean or straighten until the police have had an opportunity to collect evidence.
  • Write down all details remembered as soon as possible.

Note: The importance of having a physical examination to collect and preserve evidence of a criminal assault, whether or not you wish to legally proceed at the time of the incident is emphasized.

On Campus available resources :

Campus Emergencies 327 - 6363
Wittenberg Operator 327 - 6231
Wittenberg Police/Security 327 - 7307
Escort Service 327 - 7900
Wittenberg Counseling Services 327 - 7811
Wittenberg Health & Wellness Center 327 - 7811
Student Development 327 - 7800
University Pastor 327 - 7411

Off Campus resources:

Police Emergency 911
Springfield Police Dept. 324 - 7680
Mental Health Services 399 - 9500
National Sexual Assault Hotline 1-800-656-HOPE
Planned Parenthood 325 - 7349
Project Woman 325 - 3707
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