Suspect arrested in assault of Wayne State student at campus apartment
A man is in custody after a student at Wayne State University reported she was assaulted by a man who talked his way into her apartment in Detroit.
The Wayne State University Police and Campus Safety Department reported the incident happened about 11 p.m. Saturday at Anthony Wayne Drive Apartments, after the student allowed the man inside to use a restroom.
"Once inside, the suspect lured the victim into the bathroom and attempted to close the door. The suspect implied he had a knife and threatened to sexually assault her. A struggle ensued, during which the suspect physically assaulted the victim," the police report said.
The victim was eventually able to convince the man to leave.
Wayne State officials confirmed late Monday afternoon that a suspect has been arrested and that he is not affiliated with the university.
For many students on campus, just hearing about the scary encounter is enough to raise concerns.
"I feel like for females we need to carry, you know, mace on them to keep safe," said Wayne State student Anaya Ross.
"I used to live here, so knowing that this could've happened is scary," added Wayne State student Claudia Staruch.
Wayne State police recommends that those living on campus not allow unknown individuals into secured residence halls or apartments and call security immediately if suspicious behavior is noticed.