On Sunday, Sept. 15, at approximately 9 p.m. the University of Iowa Police Department was made aware of a concerning social media post in reference to the possibility that a student was making explosives in Slater Residence Hall. Following a thorough investigation and interview, police determined there was no threat to public safety.

In the interest of campus safety, we want everyone to be aware University of Iowa officials have received multiple reports of fondling on campus. In these incidents, juveniles are reportedly asking for hugs, grabbing people's buttocks, and attempting to take items from victims. This behavior is considered fondling, which is a form of sexual assault and a Clery crime. The incidents reported thus far occurred in an east side residence hall on Sept. 10 and Sept. 11 during the evening hours.

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