GCSU issues statement regarding alleged assault

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March 6, 2010

Jonathan Jackson The Union-Recorder The Union-Recorder Sat Mar 06, 2010, 12:15 PM EST

MILLEDGEVILLE — Georgia College & State University issues statement regarding alleged assault

Georgia College & State University has issued a statement regarding a sexual assault alleged to have been perpetrated by Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger.

After the victim was identified by the Milledgeville Police Department as a 20-year-old Georgia College student, the university issued the following statement.

Georgia College student reportedly victim of sexual assault off campus

We have been informed that a Georgia College student reportedly was the victim of a sexual assault off campus. It is under investigation by the Milledgeville Police Department.

We are very concerned about this incident, and we are making counseling services available to any students who request the services.

The university cannot comment further on the incident while it is under investigation.

Interviews with Roethlisberger and his legal representation are expected to be addressed early next week.

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