The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is actively investigating a reported bias incident that occurred on Walnut Pl., on Wednesday, Nov. 4. Two female students reported that an unknown male yelled a comment from his vehicle’s window that is derogatory towards the LGBTQ community. The vehicle never came to a complete stop and drove off after the incident. DPS officers have met with the two impacted students and is reviewing evidence, including security camera footage. The vehicle is described as a red sports utility vehicle with a roof rack.
If you have information about this incident or others, please call the DPS at 315.443.2224. If you would like to anonymously report NON-EMERGENCY information for DPS, you can use the Silent Witness tool. To report a bias incident or to receive support, visit the Stop Bias website.