UNG Student Reports Being Raped While Jogging Wednesday

DAHLONEGA, Ga. — Lumpkin County authorities are investigating the alleged rape of a female student at the University of North Georgia who was jogging near the Dahlonega reservoir Wednesday evening when the attack took place.

Lt. Chris Pfrogner of the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office said the attack happened sometime between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. The victim described her assailant as a white male, with brown hair and a beard. He was wearing a dark blue or black shirt and is believed to be in his late 20s to early 40s.

“I can tell you that we have been working on this investigation non-stop since it was reported,” Pfrogner said. “Currently we have not had anything suspicious reported to us which would be related to this incident. We are not telling anyone to stay off the reservoir trails. Right now this is an isolated incident. We recommend people (especially women) walk in groups, and if they see anything suspicious to contact us immediately.”

Anyone with information about the case should contact the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office at 706-864-3633 and ask to speak with an investigator.

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