Woman Attacked at Occupy Portland

October 9, 2011

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News Release from: Portland Police Bureau
PORTLAND POLICE INVESTIGATE POSSIBLE SEXUAL ASSAULT IN CHAPMAN SQUARE
Posted: October 8th, 2011 6:42 PM

The Portland Police Bureau is investigating an allegation of a sexual assault that occurred last night in Chapman Square where “Occupy Portland” supporters are camping.

Last night, at 11:15 p.m., Portland Police officers assigned to Central Precinct were flagged down at Southwest 5th and Main by representatives from “Occupy Portland.” The representatives told the officers that a sexual assault may have occurred inside Chapman Square. Officers learned that a female in a tent at Chapman Square may have been sexually assaulted but that she was not willing to be identified. It is not known at this time if the victim is an adult or a juvenile.

Officers worked with representatives from “Occupy Portland” throughout the day to identify the victim and to determine if a sexual assault actually happened. At this point, the information has been documented but no victim has been identified and the allegation has not been substantiated.

The Portland Police Bureau has advised representatives from “Occupy Portland” to monitor activity at the park closely and immediately report any criminal activity.

Nearly two dozen officers will continue to monitor Chapman Square and the surrounding area throughout the weekend.

Anyone with information about this possible sexual assault is encouraged to contact Sgt. Ken Whattam at (503) 823-0242 or ken.whattam@portlandoregon.gov

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