MUPD investigating assault near Pickard Hall
MUPD has not gained new information regarding the case since Friday.
Published Feb. 23, 2010
The MU Police Department is investigating an assault reported at the southwest corner of Pickard Hall, an MUPD news release stated.
Investigators believe the assault occurred around 9 p.m. last Thursday. Officers responded shortly after 9 p.m., the release stated.
The victim said there could be two suspects. According to the news release, he told investigators he was walking on the sidewalk toward the Francis Quadrangle when he was pushed from behind. He attempted to turn around, and he fell to the ground, where his attacker or attackers proceeded to kick him, the release stated.
The victim said the suspect or suspects then fled the area, and he believes they ran toward the Domino's Pizza on Ninth Street, according to the release. None of the victim's personal property was taken during the assault.
According to the release, no additional suspect details are available at this time.
The victim suffered minor injuries during the assault and was transported to University Hospital for treatment, the release stated.
MUPD Capt. Brian Weimer said police department officers are interviewing people and gathering evidence in connection with the case.
"There have been no developments in the case since the news release was sent out (last Friday)," Weimer said.
The news release about the incident was sent out in a university-wide e-mail in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act of 1998.
Junior Brittany Martensen said she became aware of the assault through the e-mail sent out by MUPD. Martensen said she still feels safe on campus but usually doesn't walk alone at night.
"It's not that often that things like that happen on campus," Martensen said.
Anyone with information about this investigation can call Crime Stoppers at 875-8477 and anonymously leave tips. People can also submit tips online at 875tips.com.
