Timely Warnings

Timely Warning: Sexual Assault/Campus Corner Apartments (CCA) at Main Campus

TIMELY WARNING:  Sexual Assault/Campus Corner Apartments (CCA) at Main Campus

Date:  04-30-24

DETAILS:  Green River College is investigating a sexual assault that occurred on Green River College's main campus on Campus Corner Apartment property.  The incident was reported on 04-30-24 but the incident occurred on 04-24-24.  A student reported being sexually assaulted by a non-student that they know.  Campus Safety is investigating and coordinating with other College agencies.

If you have any information that might be helpful in this investigation, contact Green River College Campus Safety at (253)288-3350.  Green River College is providing resources to assist the individual involved in this incident and will continue to take actions to maintain the safety and security of the campus community.    

WHAT GREEN RIVER IS DOING:  Campus Safety is working closely with other GRC agencies in regard to the ongoing investigation. Safety measures with the student have been implemented. 

WHAT YOU CAN DO: 

• Walk in pairs or groups when possible.
• Walk in well-traveled areas.
• Be aware of your surroundings. If you feel uneasy or unsafe, go to a safe location and call a friend or the police at 911.
• Let a friend or family member know if you are in a potentially dangerous situation so that they can monitor your whereabouts and check on you, when possible. 
• Alcohol and other sedatives impair a person's physical and mental abilities, and in the context of sexual violence, can make it easier for an offender to commit a crime and even prevent the victim from recalling the assault.
• Whenever you observe criminal activity or what appears to be criminal activity, IMMEDIATELY       call the police or Campus Safety at (253)288-3350.

If you have experienced a sexual offense, we encourage you to seek support. If you or a friend have questions or concerns about sexual offenses, you can contact the following resources for confidential information and support:

If you are a survivor of Interpersonal Violence including Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and/or Stalking, you can access free and confidential support through the Center for Transformational Wellness.  More information about resources for survivors of Interpersonal Violence can be found at  Center for Transformational Wellness - Green River College For access to 24-hour support, contact the Advocacy Line for our community partner DAWN at 425-656-7867.

Under the Jeanne Clery Act and HEOA, Green River College is required to provide a timely warning or immediate notification of incidents and crimes, which have not yet been mitigated. When an incident arises, we will keep you up to date to provide you with information for you to manage your personal safety and security. Campus Crime Alerts are released by the Green River Campus Safety Department when certain crimes are reported on Green River College's Clery Geography, and in compliance with federal law. These timely warnings provide information about campus safety situations, and allow campus community members to take precautions for personal safety. All crimes should be reported as soon as possible to Green River Campus Safety

TIMELY WARNING: Motor Vehicle Theft/ Auburn Center Parking Lot

Timely Warning: Attempted Aggravated Assault/ 320th St./ Public Poperty at GRC AMin Campus

Date:  01-04-24

DETAILS:  The Auburn Police Department and Green River College Campus Safety are investigating an attempted Aggravated Assault between unknown parties that occurred on public property, specifically on 320^th Street just north of Holman Library.  The incident involved two vehicles, one of which was being driven east on 320^th Street and the other was parked in the neighborhood north of main campus.  The driver of the parked vehicle fired a weapon at the moving vehicle and an occupant of the moving vehicle fired back at the first vehicle.   This occurred on 01-02-24 at approximately 10:28 pm.  No damage or injuries was found/reported and all vehicles left the area.  The campus was closed during the time of the incident.  It is believed there is no affiliation of any of the suspects with the College.   

If anyone has information on the suspects or can identify them, do not make contact on your own but please contact Auburn PD immediately by dialing 911 or Green River Campus Safety at (253)288-3350.

WHAT GREEN RIVER IS DOING:  Campus Safety has been working with APD on the investigation and is adding extra patrols to the affected area. 

WHAT YOU CAN DO: 

• Campus Safety recommends that you do not walk or jog alone during all parts of the day.
• Be aware of your surroundings. When walking to your car, have your keys in your hand and lock the doors immediately upon entering your vehicle.
• Plan your travel accordingly, using our Safety Ride service or Campus Escort whenever possible. 
• If approached by strangers, move to a well-lighted area or into an occupied building.
• Whenever you observe criminal activity or what appears to be criminal activity, IMMEDIATELY  call the police or Campus Safety at (253)288-3350.

Under the Jeanne Clery Act and HEOA, Green River College is required to provide a timely warning or immediate notification of incidents and crimes, which have not yet been mitigated. When an incident arises, we will keep you up to date to provide you with information for you to manage your personal safety and security. Campus Crime Alerts are released by the Green River Campus Safety Department when certain crimes are reported on Green River College's Clery Geography, and in compliance with federal law. These timely warnings provide information about campus safety situations, and allow campus community members to take precautions for personal safety. All crimes should be reported as soon as possible to Green River Campus Safety