An alleged rapist is still on the loose after last week’s abduction on campus.

The incident, which was originally reported by university officials as an “off-campus assault,” was recorded by Monroe Police and ULM Police Departments as “forcible rape” and was first reported by The Hawkeye as such.

[Click here for the initial report.]

ULM officials released a statement for why the attack was categorized as an “off-campus assault” and not “forcible rape.”

“The purpose of the notification on Friday, Jan. 18, was to notify the university community of an alleged crime and a detailed description of the suspect. The notification also urged faculty, staff and students to remain vigilant of their surroundings, as safety is of the utmost importance at ULM,” said Laura Clark, Director of ULM Media Relations.

According to reports, the victim was taken by the alleged rapist from Hemphill Hall and walked over to the 3300 block of Armand Street, where the victim was reportedly raped and then walked back to campus by the attacker.

The alleged rapist is reported to have had a gun.

For the full story be sure to pick up a copy of The Hawkeye on Monday.