A man accused of fondling and robbing a woman on the main campus of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) was apprehended by campus police on Monday. The suspect, identified as Tyrone T. Williams, 27, allegedly approached the victim at Greenspun Hall around 5:50 a.m. last Friday. Reports indicate that Williams touched the woman inappropriately, physically assaulted her, and stole her phone before fleeing in the direction of South Maryland Parkway.
After a brief search, Williams was located on the UNLV campus early Monday morning and taken into custody by university police. According to UNLV spokesman Francis McCabe, Williams has been booked into the Clark County Detention Center and is facing multiple charges including robbery, lewdness, battery, resisting a public officer, and trespassing.
This is not the first time Williams has had a run-in with the law. Earlier in July, he was arrested for a similar incident involving lewd behavior at the College of Southern Nevada campus in North Las Vegas. The repeat offenses raise concerns about the safety and security of students and staff at educational institutions in the area.
The swift action taken by UNLV police in apprehending Williams demonstrates the university’s commitment to ensuring the well-being of its campus community. By promptly addressing criminal behavior and working in collaboration with law enforcement agencies, UNLV is sending a clear message that such actions will not be tolerated on campus.
It is essential for students and faculty to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to campus authorities promptly. By staying informed and looking out for one another, the community can work together to create a safer environment for everyone on campus.
As the legal proceedings against Williams unfold, it is crucial for the justice system to hold him accountable for his actions and ensure that appropriate measures are taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. By addressing the root causes of such behavior and providing support to those affected, steps can be taken to promote a culture of respect and safety on college campuses.
For more updates on this developing story, you can contact Peter Breen at pbreen@reviewjournal.com or follow @breenreports on social media platforms. Stay tuned for further information as the investigation progresses.
