So, uh...can we go then?

Log news
Vol. 37, No. 15, Oct. 6, 2005

News bulletin: Attack on Arboretum trail
Campus and Green Bay police are investigating a reported attack that took place earlier this morning (Thursday, Oct. 6) on an Arboretum trail on the east end of campus. At approximately 9:30 a.m., a female UW-Green Bay student reported to police that she was attacked from behind by a man on a trail near the university soccer field. The attacker was described as about 6-2 in height, wearing a black ski mask and black gloves. The woman suffered minor stab wounds. She was able to return to her dorm room where she notified authorities, and was transported to St. Vincent Hospital. Anyone who was in the area or has information about the incident is asked to contact the UW-Green Bay Public Safety Department at 465-2105.


Log news
Vol. 37, No. 17, Oct. 6, 2005

News update: Investigation into Arboretum incident continues
UW-Green Bay and city police continue to investigate an alleged attack this morning on the Arboretum trail on the east end of campus. A female UW-Green Bay student reported to police that she was attacked at about 9:30 a.m. by a man on a trail near the University soccer field. The student’s parents have been notified about the incident. UW-Green Bay’s Emergency Management Team convened late this morning and is working to ensure the safety of the campus community. University police are increasing their patrols and encouraging students to be aware of their surroundings not only on the Arboretum trail, but across campus. Students with concerns should contact the Dean of Students Office at 465-2152. The attacker was described as a male, about 6-2 in height, thin build and wearing a black ski mask and black gloves. He also was wearing a dark sweatshirt, possibly with a hood, and jeans with holes in them. Anyone who was in the area of the attack or has information about the incident is asked to contact UW-Green Bay police at 465-2105. Anyone concerned about their personal safety and in need of an escort on campus also should contact University police.

Log news
Vol. 37, No. 18, Oct. 7, 2005

News bulletin: UW-Green Bay police conclude alleged attack did not take place

A news conference was scheduled for 1 p.m. today (Friday, Oct. 7) at which UW-Green Bay Public Safety Director Randy Christopherson was to make public the following news release:

GREEN BAY – University of Wisconsin-Green Bay police have concluded that an attack alleged to have occurred on the University arboretum trail Thursday, Oct. 6 did not take place. Police based their conclusion on evidence and new information obtained in their investigation.

The University is prepared to provide assistance and support for a female student who alleged that she was attacked on the Arboretum trail at about 9:30 a.m. Thursday. The student is currently hospitalized and receiving treatment.

The student reported to police Thursday that she was attacked by a man on an Arboretum trail near the University soccer field.

Randy Christopherson, UW-Green Bay director of public safety, said University police thoroughly investigate all reports of crimes on campus.

He thanked the campus community – students, faculty, staff and visitors – for working to maintain a safe and secure campus and for assistance with the investigation. He also thanked local news media for getting information out to the community.

“We continuously work to strengthen the safety and security of our campus,” Christopherson said. “It is truly unfortunate when something like this happens.”

Christopherson said the UW-Green Bay campus is a safe living, learning and working community. For example, he noted that there actually has been only one assault by a stranger on the Arboretum trail in the past decade.

However, he said members of the campus community should not have a sense of complacency when it comes to safety issues. ...

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The rest isn't necessary. So after all this, the only thing they have to tell us is to still be afraid. Because Gob knows there ain't enough paranoia in the world today.