Sexual Assault Reported at AEPi Fraternity House

Key Points:

• A woman unaffiliated with the University of Chicago reported being sexually assaulted early Sunday morning at a party held at the Lambda chapter house of the Alpha Epsilon Pi (AEPi) fraternity.
• The suspect, described as a 5’7” South Asian male with dark complexion and curly hair, fled the scene after an individual intervened; police are investigating with support from the University of Chicago Police Department (UCPD).
• AEPi’s national organization is cooperating with university officials and law enforcement, has suspended chapter events pending investigation, and emphasized mandatory sexual misconduct prevention training for members.
• The University clarified that fraternities are not recognized student organizations but that members remain subject to University policies; safety and well-being remain a top priority.
• Authorities encourage anyone with information to submit tips to the Chicago Police Department or University police, and additional resources for reporting sexual misconduct are available through the University.