On Sunday evening, Sept. 1, Wake Forest University Police responded to an incident at the Z. Smith Reynolds Library where a man, who is unaffiliated with the University, grabbed a student’s ankle under a table. The suspect was arrested and taken to the Forsyth County Detention Center.
The University Police Department encourages students, faculty and staff to promptly report suspicious activity they may observe on and off campus. The University Police Department can be reached immediately at 336-758-5911 (emergency) or 336-758-5591 (non-emergency) or through the Wake Safe Mobile App.
The WakeSafe Mobile App allows Wake Forest students, staff, and faculty to have a two-way conversation with University police. It provides direct access to police, 911 emergency services, emergency location sharing, information sharing with quick tips, and a peer-to-peer Safe Walk tool.
A list of Personal Safety & Crime Resources is available on the University Police Department website.
Emergency Numbers
Off Campus: 911
On Campus: 336.758.5911
Download the Wake Safe app to your phone
The Wake Safe app is one of the best ways to stay connected with University Police and to access campus safety tools. Download the app now to access emergency contacts, friend walks, safety escorts, and a helpful safety toolbox.
Other Alert Options
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Counseling
For Students
WFU Counseling Center
336.758.5273
For Faculty and Staff
Behavioral Health Hub
336.716.5493
For Students, Faculty, and Staff
Chaplain
336.758.5210
Media
Call 336.758.5237 to reach University Marketing and Communications. Calls will be returned as the situation permits.