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Sexual assault reported at Oxford Circle K

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The Miami University Police Department (MUPD) was contacted regarding a sexual assault that occured in August at the Circle K gas station at the corner of N. High St. and N. College Ave.

The assault took place on Aug. 20, between the hours of 11 p.m. and 1 a.m. 

MUPD reported the incident to the Oxford Police Department on Sept. 3.

The investigation is still ongoing, and no charges have been filed yet, according to the incident report. 

Miami’s sexual assault resource guide can be accessed here. Along with information on the reporting process, the site offers advice on what to do if you or someone you know is sexually assaulted.

Sexual assault survivors who wish to report an incident can contact campus security enforcement, including the Miami University Police Department at 513-519-2222, the Oxford Police Department at 513-523-4321, the Coordinator of Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program at 513-529-1870 and any athletic coaches, academic or student organization advisor. 

If students wish to speak to a non-mandatory reporter for confidential support, they can call or text Miami’s campus-based support specialists from WomenHelpingWomen at 513-431-1111. 

rudere@miamioh.edu



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