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Northwest investigates sexual assault reports

Northwest logo with castleNorthwest Missouri State University Police are investigating after two students reported being sexually assaulted over the weekend.

According to an alert sent out by the university two students said they were sexually assaulted Saturday, Sept. 19 at 530 W. Ninth St. The school said neither victim provided a description of the two unknown males.

In addition, University Police said two female students reported drugs being placed in their drinks at 622 N. Walnut.

The Title IX office is investigating the cases.

The school said the information is being provided to the community in an effort to keep individuals informed of crimes on or near campus.

University Police are encouraging all victims of crime to report the incident so they may receive assistance, counseling, and help with the incident in addition to apprehending the suspect(s) and providing accurate crime statistics to the community.

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