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Man Put Handmade 'Out-Of-Order' Sign On Bathroom Door Before Assault At University Of Michigan [SUSPECT SKETCH]

ANN ARBOR (WWJ) - Police at the University of Michigan have released a sketch of a suspect who allegedly assaulted a student in a women's bathroom on campus.

The incident happened around 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday, January 26 at Weill Hall, located at the northeast corner of State and Hill streets.

Police say the suspect followed a student into the women's restroom, hanging an unauthorized, handmade "out-of-order" sign on the door behind him. The student told police that the man forcibly grabbed and hugged her before she could run away.

The suspect is described as a white male approximately 20-years-old, 5'10" to 5'11" tall, clean-shaven, with a medium build and brown hair. He was wearing blue jeans and a two-tone plaid green winter jacket at the time.

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Not the actual jacket but similar style with light green and dark green plaid. (police handout)

Anyone with information is asked to contact campus police at 734-763-3434 or call the confidential tip line at 1-800-863-1355.

As police continue to investigate the incident, they are reminding students to take the following safety precautions:

• Close blinds at night and keep doorwall security bars in place.
• Keep rooms and apartments locked at all times.
• Apartment-dwellers should turn on exterior lights at night.
• Walk with a trusted friend or co-worker when possible.
• Trust your intuition. If a particular situation makes you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, choose an alternative.
• Have your keys in hand before you reach your vehicle or residence.
• If you feel threatened on campus, look for a blue light emergency phone or call 9-1-1 from any phone.

 

UM assault suspect
University of Michigan police are trying to identify this suspect wanted for an on-campus sexual assault.
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