The content of this message includes language about sexual battery that may be disturbing to some readers.
Incident description: A USC student was picked up by a rideshare driver in the North University Park area. While being driven to her destination, the student fell asleep and was awakened by the driver who was inappropriately touching her.
Time & date of incident: 12:35 a.m. on Sept. 25, 2021
Location: Off campus near Jefferson Boulevard and McClintock Avenue
Suspect description: Male, unknown height and weight, 30- to 40-years-old. No further description was provided.
Suspect vehicle: A white Toyota van. No further description was available.
If you were in the vicinity during the time of this incident, DPS asks for your help in identifying the suspect. If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact DPS at (213) 740-6000 or the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) at (213) 485-6571. If you are ever in immediate danger, call LAPD at 911 or DPS at (213) 740-4321.
Please note that race, ethnicity, gender and/or religious affiliation are NOT considered the basis for suspicion; only behaviors are considered suspicious.
If you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual assault or battery, please consult the USC Office for Equity, Equal Opportunity, and Title IX for additional support, which includes USC Relationship and Sexual Violence Prevention Services.
DPS issued this crime alert for your safety in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act.