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Norman Today
By the People, for the People
OU Dorm Sexual Assault Report Sparks Campus-Wide Alert
University police say the suspect is unknown and the investigation is ongoing.
Published on Feb. 1, 2026
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A woman reported being sexually assaulted inside a University of Oklahoma residence hall on Saturday, prompting a campus-wide critical alert and an active police investigation. Authorities have released few details so far, but say the suspect is believed to be unknown to the victim.
Why it matters
Sexual assault incidents on college campuses are a serious concern, and this report has prompted the university to take immediate action to warn students and increase patrols in the area. The investigation is ongoing, and officials are urging anyone with information to come forward.
The details
The report was made to the University of Oklahoma Police Department around 9:30 a.m. on Saturday. Investigators say the victim first encountered the suspect earlier in the night near the Campus Corner area. The suspect is described as a white man around 6 feet 1 inch tall and 180 pounds, with brown hair and eyes.
- The report was made to campus police on Saturday morning around 9:30 a.m.
The players
University of Oklahoma Police Department
The campus police department investigating the reported sexual assault incident.
OU Advocates
A 24/7 confidential helpline offered by the university for support services.
Norman Rape Crisis Center
An off-campus service providing support for victims of sexual assault.
What’s next
Investigators are asking anyone with information to contact the University of Oklahoma Police Department. Non-emergency tips can be made to OUPD's main line, and emergency situations should be reported to 911.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the ongoing need for college campuses to prioritize student safety and have robust systems in place to respond quickly to reports of sexual assault. The university's actions to increase patrols and provide support resources demonstrate their commitment to addressing this issue, but the investigation is still ongoing.
