Auburn University Public Safety and Security received an anonymous report from someone who believes he or she was involuntarily given a drug at an unspecified fraternity Friday night, Dec. 4, according to an advisory. The person reported becoming ill after consuming a partial drink that was given to him or her.
The person symptoms included vomiting, dizziness, convulsions and memory loss, according to the advisory.
AU Public Safety and Security reminded students in the advisory that giving someone a drug without their consent is considered aggravated assault and is a felony.
The advisory in full:
Auburn University Public Safety & Security received an anonymous report today from someone who believes he/she was involuntarily given a drug at an unspecified fraternity on Friday night. The victim reported getting very sick after consuming a partial drink given to him/her by someone else. His/her symptoms included vomiting, dizziness, convulsions and memory loss.
If you believe you have been drugged:
• Immediately get medical attention. Some date rape drugs can only be detected in urine from 3-12 hours after they are consumed.
o Call 911 or have a trusted friend take you to the East Alabama Medical Center emergency room. During daytime hours, you can go to the Auburn University Medical Clinic.
o Do not urinate before going to the hospital or medical clinic, if at all possible. If you cannot wait, collect your urine in a clean container and bring it with you for testing.
• Report the incident to police at 911 or 334-501-3100.
Please be reminded of the following:
• Giving someone a drug without their permission is considered aggravated assault and is a felony.
• This type of crime can occur anywhere and to anyone. You should not leave drinks unattended, accept drinks from others or drink from common, open containers.
• At Auburn University, violence is not tolerated and everyone is expected to do their part. Bystanders may be able to help reduce power-based personal violence incidents. Always consider your own safety and consider what would be the most realistic option for you. Intervention options include:
o Causing a distraction;
o Delegating to someone else who can help, such as calling police; or
o Directly intervening.
Resources On and Off Campus
• Safe Harbor (on campus; 24 hours a day) – 334-844-7233 or safeharbor@auburn.edu
• Rape Counselors of East Alabama (community; 24 hours a day) – 334-705-0510
• Resource Booklet for Survivors:http://www.auburn.edu/administration/aaeeo/docs/SexualAssaultResources.pdf
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