Student sexually assaulted at University of Houston

University of Houston campus

University of Houston police say a student was sexually assaulted during an on campus outdoor social gather  near TDECU around 6 p.m. on Thursday.

Police say the suspect approached the student from behind and touched her in a sexual manner beneath her dress. UHPD was notified around 7:45 p.m and are actively investigating this incident. Police say there is a possible named suspect.

The suspect is described as a Hispanic male, 5'10", 180 pounds, medium build 20 old, short brown hair, clean shaven, medium complexion, wearing a black UH polo shirt and dark faded blue jeans.