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From UTC Public Safety
On Sunday, August 17, 2025, at approximately 8:30 AM, the UTC Police Department received a report of a possible Sexual Assault (Sexual Battery). The victim, a UTC student, reported that she was in attendance at an off-campus party that occurred at the Sigma Chi fraternity, Delta Theta chapter house (905 Siskin Drive, Chattanooga, TN, 3703) during the prior night. The victim reported that because of her level of intoxication, an acquaintance – the suspect – offered to drive her back to her on-campus residence hall. The suspect is alleged to have sexually assaulted the victim after returning to campus.
The suspect has been identified, and the matter is actively under investigation by the UTC Police Department.
If you have any information about this incident, please call the UTC Police Department at (423) 425-HELP/4357.
About UTC-ALERT: Timely Warnings
Timely Warnings are issued by the UTC Department of Public Safety in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (20 U.S. Code § 1092; 34 CFR 668.46e). The University takes its duty to protect the community seriously. Informing the UTC community regarding reported crimes allows community members to be situationally aware, make educated decisions about their personal safety, and be reminded on how to access University and community resources.
Safety Tips:
- Sexual Assault
- Sexual violence is never the fault of the victim!
- Confidential support is available, regardless of whether a person wishes to file a formal complaint with the University or report to law enforcement.
- How to be an Active Bystander:
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Be able to recognize when someone needs help.
- See yourself as being part of the solution.
- Educate yourself on what to do when you see that someone needs help.
- Take action, but be sure to keep yourself safe.
- How to Intervene Safely:
- Tell another person – do not try to intervene alone, if possible.
- Ask a victim if they are okay.
- Ask the person if they want to leave and ensure they get home safely.
- Call for help, if needed.
- General
- Be alert and aware of your surroundings.
- Follow your instincts. Safety is the priority.
- If you feel you are in danger, take action. Move away from the threat, cross the street, increase your pace, or run to safety.
- Report all suspicious activity (persons, vehicles, and activities), even if you are not directly threatened, to the UTC Police Department at (423) 425-HELP/4357.
- If you or someone you know is a victim of a crime, we encourage you to report the incident as soon as possible. This allows for appropriate measures to be taken for your safety and the safety of others.
Reporting & Resources:
- Report a crime on-campus
- From any cellular or off-campus telephone, call (423) 425-HELP/4357.
- From any on-campus telephone, dial 911.
- Press the “HELP” button at any Blue Light Call Box or Emergency Call Box.
- Report a crime off-campus
- From any telephone, dial 911.
- UTC Resources
- UTCares: (423) 425-CARE/2273.
- Counseling Center: (423) 425-4438.
- Office of the Dean of Students: (423) 425-4761
- Office of Student Outreach & Support: (423) 425-2299.
- Survivor Advocacy Services: (423) 425-5648.
- Office of Title IX Compliance / Title IX Coordinator: (423) 425-4255.
- Chattanooga / Hamilton County Resources
- Chattanooga Police Department – Victim Services: (423) 643-5351.
- District Attorney’s Office for the 11th Judicial District – Victim/Witness Coordinator: (423) 209-7400.
- Partnership for Families, Children, and Adults – Rape Crisis Center: (423) 755-2700.
Message issued on 8/17/2025 at 6:00 PM
