HOUSTON – The University of Houston (UH) community is on high alert after three violent incidents—two of which took place in a campus parking garage—occurred in the span of a week. The latest attack, a sexual assault, happened late Friday night, prompting UH police to urge students and staff to stay vigilant.
Latest Incident: Sexual Assault in Parking Garage
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According to authorities, a woman was sexually assaulted inside her car at the UH Welcome Center Student Parking Garage after an attacker brandished a knife and forced his way into her vehicle. This marks the second attack in the same garage this week.
Other Recent Attacks Near Campus
• Wednesday – A student waiting for an elevator inside the Welcome Center Garage was assaulted and robbed of their scooter.
• Tuesday – A person was attacked and robbed at the UH South-University Oaks Metro Rail platform.
UH officials sent out a security alert warning students and faculty about the incidents, sparking concerns about campus safety.
Students and Parents Express Concern
Students and parents say they are troubled by the recent spike in violence, particularly in areas presumed to be safe.
Noor Elgendy, shared that she and her friends are taking extra precautions. “We tend to just travel together. We go to practice all the time together.”
For some parents, the incidents are especially alarming. Cleveland Allen, who has been familiar with the area for 20 years, said, “This is a campus, supposed to be safe for the kids… little incidents happen, but nothing of this sort.”
University Police Investigating, Urging Caution
UH Police are actively investigating the attacks in collaboration with other law enforcement agencies. They are urging students, faculty, and visitors to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity by calling UH Police or 911.
As concerns grow, students and parents are calling for increased security measures, including more patrols and improved lighting in parking garages.