University of Victoria sexual assault, several men sought by police

Saanich Police are looking for several men they say were involved in an alleged sexual assault onthe campusof the University of Victoriaon Saturday, September 26.

Officers described the suspects as "unidentified males."

"Generally the campus is a very safe place," said Sgt. Andy Stuart. He says, to his knowledge, this isone of the first reports of sexual assault whereby the suspects were unidentifiable and completely unknown.

Police aren't releasing just how many men were involved in the alleged attack but say it is between one and five.

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The victim who police say lives on campus did not sustain significant injuries and did not require medical treatment

Police are asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident, which took place in the early morning hours, to contact Saanich Police.

The alleged assault comes shortly aftera sexualized violence awareness week on campus.

UVic Campus Securityreleased a safety bulletin as a result of theincident.

Saanich Police are expected to provide an update on the case on Monday.