Man sexually assaulted woman on USU campus, police say


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LOGAN — Utah State University campus police are looking for man who they say approached and sexually assaulted a jogger Saturday night.

"(He) asked her about being out for a run," Capt. Steve Milne said. "She indicated she was, and the next thing she knew, he was attempting to kiss her and place his hand up her shirt."

Police say the student was able to fight the attacker off, pushing at his face and shoulder. After getting a 911 call, officers cordoned off the area, near the steps on Old Main Hill. USU campus police officers searched the area while Logan police aided in the search with a K-9 unit. Unfortunately, Milne says the assailant managed to get away.

The assailant is described as a male in his 30s with short, brown hair and some facial stubble. The victim says he spoke with a speech impediment and had gaps in his teeth. He was wearing a white or gray sweatshirt or dirty T-shirt and blue jeans at the time.

Police would like to hear from anyone who may have information that could help with the case. In addition, Milne says officers are willing to escort any students across campus who may have safety concerns.

"We want it to be a safe environment, and for the most part it is," Milne said. "We don't have these types of crimes very often."

USU campus police can be contacted at 435-797-1939.

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