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Serial Groper Hits Howard's Campus Twice in One Hour on August 9, Then Strikes Near Trinity Washington -- MPD Issues Lookout

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Confirmed Threat

On August 9, 2023, a suspect committed three misdemeanor sexual abuse offenses within roughly 25 minutes, two of them on Howard University's campus. The first incident occurred at approximately 9:00 a.m. on the 100 block of Michigan Avenue NE near Trinity Washington University. The second and third incidents, occurring around 9:18 a.m. and 9:25 a.m., took place on Howard's campus near a residence hall on 4th Street NW and at the intersection of 6th and Bryant Street NW. Howard University DPS issued a campus safety advisory, and MPD identified 24-year-old Kevin Evans as the suspect on a D.C. Superior Court warrant for misdemeanor sexual abuse.

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Howard University
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Confirmed Timeline

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Some alert texts below are approximate reconstructions from news coverage, not confirmed verbatim transcripts. Reconstructed texts are shown in italic with a dashed border. Verified verbatim texts have a solid border and are marked accordingly.

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Howard University Department of Public Safety Safety Advisory: The Department of Public Safety is aware of reports of misdemeanor sexual abuse occurring on campus this morning. MPD is investigating and is looking for a suspect. Students, faculty and staff are asked to be alert, travel in groups, and avoid isolated areas. Anyone with information should contact MPD at 911 or DPS at (202) 806-1100.

This text has been reconstructed from news coverage and may not reflect the exact original wording.

Howard DPS issued a safety advisory after two of the three incidents occurred on campus property -- the 2400 block of 4th Street NW near a residence hall and at 6th and Bryant Street NW
MPD's official lookout described the suspect as a Black male, approximately 25-30 years old, 5 feet 10 inches, medium build, with braids; he was wearing dark clothing during the incidents
The three incidents occurred in rapid succession between 9:00 a.m. and 9:25 a.m. on August 9, 2023 -- an unusual daytime serial sexual offense pattern at a campus setting
Context

Background

The August 9, 2023 incidents occurred just days before Howard's fall semester began, creating a climate of heightened concern. A suspect committed misdemeanor sexual abuse against three women within a 25-minute span, starting near Trinity Washington University on Michigan Avenue NE and moving to two locations on Howard's campus in the Shaw/LeDroit Park neighborhood. MPD released video of the suspect and identified 24-year-old Kevin Evans as the wanted person. Howard University shared a statement asking students to travel in groups and use common sense. The incidents preceded the August 14 fight-club attack by five days, making August 2023 one of the most violent pre-semester periods in recent Howard history. Both Howard and Trinity Washington issued campus alerts. The rapid geographic movement of the suspect -- from northeastern D.C. to the Howard campus within 25 minutes -- suggested targeted opportunism in areas with high foot traffic near campus.
Analysis

Key Findings

Three misdemeanor sexual abuse offenses in 25 minutes spanning Trinity Washington University and Howard University's campus
Two of three incidents occurred on Howard's campus, triggering a Clery Act timely warning advisory
Suspect Kevin Evans, 24, was identified and a D.C. Superior Court warrant was issued -- one of the faster identifications in campus crime reporting
Occurred just five days before the August 14 fight-club attack, making August 2023 unusually dangerous pre-semester for Howard
Outcome
Kevin Evans, 24, was identified as the suspect and a D.C. Superior Court arrest warrant for misdemeanor sexual abuse was issued. No physical injuries were reported beyond the sexual abuse. MPD issued a lookout with video from the area.
Provenance

Sources

  1. News
    Police searching for man linked to sexual abuse incidents on Howard University campus (WJLA)
    wjla.com
  2. News
    Sexual assaults near Howard and Trinity University have both campuses on high alert (FOX 5 DC)
    fox5dc.com
  3. News
    Sexual assault suspect identified in assaults near Howard and Trinity University (FOX 5 DC)
    fox5dc.com
  4. Official
    Suspect Sought in Misdemeanor Sexual Abuse Offenses in the District (MPD)
    mpdc.dc.gov
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