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Sexual Assault Allegation Investigated at NPCC

npccStaff and local law enforcement are investigating an alleged sexual assault at North Platte Community College (NPCC).

According to a notice sent to all staff and students at NPCC, staff at the college was notified of a possible sexual assault that occurred at a NPCC South Campus Residence Hall in the early morning hours of October 7.

The notice said independent investigations were conducted by Mid-Plains Community College staff and the North Platte Police Department.

Officer Rodney Brown said an 18-year-old female student alleged that she was forcibly raped by two 18-year-old male students and one 20-year-old male student.

Brown said the investigation has been closed and no arrests are planned at this time.

According to officials, while the NPPD has completed its investigation, the investigation by MPCC is still ongoing.

Officials say staff at the college took “swift, appropriate action” based on the information available at the time.

They say the situation was addressed in accordance with the MPCC Equity Grievance Procedure and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

The college said it will release more information on the case if circumstances warrant.

MPCC reminds students and the campus community to report any suspicious activity immediately.

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