The Auburn University Department of Public Safety and Security sent a public safety notice to students about a potential date rape drugging at a fraternity party on Saturday, April 9.
The report came from a third party who believed a friend was involuntarily drugged, according to the public safety notice.
The report said the victim tested positive for GHB, also known as the date-rape drug.
Full notice below:
A third-party report was received today from someone who believes a friend was involuntarily given a drug at a fraternity on Saturday night. The friend reported that the victim required medical treatment and tested positive for GHB (commonly known as the date rape drug).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
Resources for Survivors: www.auburn.edu/titleix
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