Wednesday, June 21, 2006
Lawrence residents are taking precautions after a reported rape occurred in central Lawrence on June 13.
The report was the third that has been made to the Lawrence Police Department since 2004. According to the police department’s media release, it is investigating the case with the possibility that all three could be related.
The media release stated that on June 13, an unidentified male entered the apartment of a 21-year-old female and sexually assaulted her. In each case the suspect was described as a 6 foot, white male in his 20s, with a slim build. He has reportedly been armed during each attack.
Alix Fried, 2006 graduate who still lives in Lawrence, said that any time a rape case is reported, it raises awareness.
“It comes to the surface when there’s a public instance that happened,” she said.
Fried said that she makes sure to look for anything suspicious when she is out at night.
No arrests have been made, but the police department is hopeful that it can identify the suspect.
“We will not stop until we do,” Sgt. Dan Ward said.
Ward said that there is a possibility that other victims have not yet come forward, but the police department has significant evidence that the cases are related. He said it was important to educate people that this is a serious crime and that it is important for people to use precautionary measures.
He said it will probably take a lot of manpower and forensic technology to identify the suspect, however.
Laura Seger, graduate student and Lawrence resident, said she is cautious when she is out.
“I try to be alert of my surroundings,” Seger said.
The media release asked that anyone with information about these three crimes call the Lawrence Police Department Detective Division at 830-7430 or the Tips Hot Line at 843-TIPS. It also prompted citizens to dial 911 if they notice any suspicious activity.
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