A University student fell victim to assault by a group of individuals near the Corner Saturday night, according to Charlottesville Police.
Charlottesville Police Sgt. M.G. Davis said the student reported that he was hit over the head with a bottle while standing on the corner of 15th Street and Virginia Avenue. The student said the assailants ran away after the attack and one of them could have been a female.
Charlottesville Police are still investigating the incident, Davis said.
University Police Capt. Michael Coleman stressed ways for students to stay safe in light of recent attacks.
"The number one thing students can do is to be constantly aware of their surrounding," he said.
While Coleman suggested students avoid walking alone, he emphasized that students need to stay alert even when in groups, noting that, "walking in groups does not always protect you if there are multiple assailants."
Coleman also said limiting alcohol intake would be a good way to stay safe.
"If you are not abusing alcohol, then you aren't likely to lose judgment," he said. "Sobriety helps people to avoid being a victim or an assailant."
-- compiled by Cait Speaker
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