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  "id": "2023-01-23-university-of-iowa-crime-alert-sexual-assault-0",
  "slug": "university-of-iowa-crime-alert-sexual-assault-0-2023-01-23",
  "institution": {
    "name": "University of Iowa",
    "shortName": "Iowa",
    "state": "IA",
    "type": "public-r1",
    "alertSystemName": "Crime Alert / Hawk Alert",
    "enrollment": 30000
  },
  "incident": {
    "date": "2023-01-23",
    "type": "sexual-assault",
    "cleryCategory": "timely-warning",
    "resolution": "under-investigation",
    "headline": "Sexual assault crime alert near the University of Iowa campus",
    "headlinePublic": "Sexual assault crime alert near the University of Iowa campus",
    "summary": "University of Iowa Campus Safety [published a Crime Alert](https://safety.uiowa.edu/news/2023/01/crime-alert-sexual-assault-0). Full text is preserved from the official safety.uiowa.edu notice.",
    "outcome": "See official Crime Alert for investigation status and safety guidance."
  },
  "alerts": [
    {
      "sequence": 1,
      "type": "initial",
      "channel": "email",
      "verbatimText": "Crime Alert: Sexual Assault\nMonday, January 23, 2023\nThis message includes information about a crime that was recently reported on or near the University of Iowa campus. The purpose of this email is to provide you with the information you need to stay safe and take any appropriate precautions.\nIn the interest of campus safety, we want everyone to be aware that University of Iowa officials received a report of a sexual assault that occurred on Jan. 20, 2023 at an east side residence hall. The assault was reportedly perpetrated by an acquaintance.\nThe only person responsible for a crime is the perpetrator. Crime alerts are sent to UI students and employees in accordance with federal law requiring universities to disclose information about crime to help prevent similar crimes and to identify offenders.\nThese notices are prompted by crimes that have already occurred, but could represent a serious or ongoing threat to students and employees. This message alone is not necessarily an indication that crime rates on campus have increased or that a pattern of crime has emerged. To learn more about crime in your area and/or on campus, we encourage you to read the Campus Safety and Security Report and review the daily crime log. You can also review previous crime alerts.\nLearn More\nCrime Alert: Frequently Asked Questions\nReport a Crime\nCriminal Complaint: If you believe a crime has been committed, we encourage you to call 911. To contact the University of Iowa Police non-emergency line, call 319-335-5022.\nHow to Get Help\nAdditional Resources: The university offers many resources, including confidential advice and medical assistance, to help you through whatever situation you may be experiencing. To learn more, view this comprehensive list.\nReport a Concern\nPolicy Complaint:& The Office of Institutional Equity (OIE) is available to explain and answer questions about reporting options if you have a concern about sexual misconduct, bias, harassment, equity, and discrimination.\nSafety Resources\nTools and Tips: The university is committed to supporting your personal safety. Learn more about crime prevention strategies, training opportunities, and campus safety services, including NITE RIDE and Rave Guardian.",
      "isVerbatimConfirmed": true,
      "sourceUrl": "https://safety.uiowa.edu/news/2023/01/crime-alert-sexual-assault-0",
      "sourceDescription": "University of Iowa Campus Safety Crime Alert",
      "annotations": [
        "Transcribed from official safety.uiowa.edu Crime Alert web post."
      ],
      "characterCount": 2230,
      "confidence": "high",
      "timestampApprox": "Crime Alert dated 2023-01-23"
    }
  ],
  "context": "University of Iowa Clery Crime Alert series under safety.uiowa.edu.",
  "keyFindings": [
    "Official Crime Alert provides incident narrative and safety precautions."
  ],
  "sources": [
    {
      "type": "official-archive",
      "title": "UI Crime Alert",
      "url": "https://safety.uiowa.edu/news/2023/01/crime-alert-sexual-assault-0",
      "accessDate": "2026-07-25"
    }
  ],
  "confidence": "high",
  "tags": [
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    "uiowa",
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    "sexual-assault"
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  "dateAdded": "2026-07-25",
  "lastUpdated": "2026-07-25",
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