Ìð¹ÏÊÓÆµapp Police's Sexual Assault Investigation Policy's purpose
is to provide officers and investigators with guidelines for responding to reports
of sexual assault, assisting victims, collaborating with local health and service
agencies, and conducting interviews with victims, witnesses, and suspects. Because
of the special needs involved in sexual assault investigations, their policy is an
all-inclusive document that covers first response, investigation, and prosecution.
Filing a Criminal Reports
Complaints of criminal activity on campus should be filed with WCU's Police Department
as it is the University's law enforcement agency. Students and employees of WCU should
report all crimes to WCU PD's Police Dispatch Emergency Number (828) 227-8911, or
their non-emergency number of (828) 227-7301.
Prompt reporting to WCU's Police Department is important for it facilitates improved
investigation and the preservation of evidence. If you prefer not to report alone,
you can bring a friend. Reports to WCU's Police Department may form the basis of criminal
charges (violations of state or federal law) and/or University discipline cases (violations
of Student Code of Conduct). The victim's wishes are always taken into consideration.Once
a criminal report is filed with the Ìð¹ÏÊÓÆµapp Police Department,
the decision of criminal prosecute is made at the discretion of the District Attorney.
The District Attorney's Office is also responsible for providing the necessary and
appropriate follow ups and communications with the complainant.