Sexual assault reported near University of Chicago campus: news

Police Investigate Reported Sexual Assault Near University of Chicago Campus in Hyde Park

Chicago police and campus officials are actively investigating an alleged sexual assault reported early Sunday morning near the University of Chicago campus in the city’s Hyde Park neighborhood.

Key Details of the Hyde Park Incident

According to authorities and campus safety notifications:

• Time and Location: The incident occurred around 1:50 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, October 11, 2026, inside a residence near 56th Street and South University Avenue. Reports indicate the location was the Lambda chapter house of the Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity.

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• Victim Report: A 21-year-old woman, who is not affiliated with the University of Chicago, reported that an unknown man attacked her during a social gathering.

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• Intervention and Suspect Escape: The assailant reportedly fled the premises after an individual intervened. Campus security footage confirmed an individual matching the suspect’s description running from the building shortly after the encounter.

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• Medical Response: A University of Chicago Police Department (UCPD) officer facilitated transport for the victim to the University of Chicago Medical Center for evaluation and care.

University Actions and Fraternity Chapter Suspension

Following the report, the University of Chicago issued a campus community alert to notify students, faculty, and area residents.

The national headquarters of Alpha Epsilon Pi instructed the local chapter to suspend all organized events, programs, and operations pending the outcome of the investigation. Fraternity representatives confirmed full cooperation with both the Chicago Police Department (CPD) and university officials.

Ongoing Law Enforcement Investigation

Detectives from the Chicago Police Department’s Area One are leading the investigation in coordination with UCPD. No arrests have been announced, and authorities continue to review security footage and interview potential witnesses who attended the event.

Anyone with relevant information regarding the incident is encouraged to contact Chicago Police Area One Detectives or the University of Chicago Police Department.