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November 24, 2025 - 8:40 p.m.

TIMELY WARNING UPDATE

Murray State Police Department

Subject: Off-Campus Assault
Investigating Agency: Murray Police Department
ISSUED DATE: 11/23/2025 UPDATE: 11/24/2025

The Murray State Police Department is committed to the safety of our students, faculty, and staff. On November 23, 2025, the University issued a timely warning regarding an off campus incident. This is an update in reference to a separate but similar report received November 24, 2025.

The Murray State Police received an additional report on November 24, 2025, regarding a separate incident that occurred at an off-campus location approximately an hour after the previous incident early November 22, 2025. According to the individual who filed the report, three unidentified males attempted to force entry into the Sigma Pi house while requesting alcohol. When instructed to leave, the suspects allegedly struck the victim in the face with a hand, took alcohol from an individual, and fled the scene.

At this time, it is unknown whether this incident is related to the earlier report. However, we want to ensure the campus community remains informed as new information becomes available. This report has been forwarded to the Murray Police Department and the Calloway County Sheriff鈥檚 Office for further investigation.

We have no additional information to indicate there is an ongoing threat to the campus community. This Timely Warning is being provided out of an abundance of caution. Should additional details be confirmed by the Murray Police Department or the Calloway County Sheriff鈥檚 Office, the Murray State Police Department will issue further updates.

Safety Information and Protective Steps

If possible, do not walk alone during late-night hours. Walk in groups whenever you can.
Use the Safety Escort Service on campus by calling the Murray State Police or by using the LiveSafe app.
Stay in well-lit areas and avoid short-cuts or secluded locations.
Be aware of your surroundings. Avoid being distracted by electronic devices.
Do not wear headphones that prevent you from hearing someone approach.
Immediately report any suspicious persons or activity.

If you have any information related to this incident or the individuals involved, please contact Murray Police Department at 270-753-1621 or the Murray State Police Department at 270-809-2222 or the Calloway County Sheriff鈥檚 Office at 270-753-3151.

What is RacerAlert?

RacerAlert is the system of emergency communications that allows the Murray State Police Department to provide information during an emergency or when prompt communication is required. The RacerAlert webpage, in conjunction with the University鈥檚 homepage, will be a place that the University community can view the most up-to-date information during any critical incident. Many of the alerts you might receive during an emergency will send you to this page so that we do not have to send texts and emails for every update.

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For Faculty Staff and Students

Racer Alert emergency notifications are sent to students, faculty, and staff who have provided their cell
phone contact information through their MyGate accounts. To modify your primary cell phone number
in MyGate, follow the MyGate Information Change Instructions.

You can add or modify phone numbers and email addresses and add family members to receive
emergency alerts by creating a account and following the Murray State Internal MyConnect Portal Setup Instructions.

You may also opt-out of emergency notifications from your .

For Parents and Community Partners

Anyone can sign up to receive emergency text messages. Just follow the Murray State External MyConnect Portal Setup Instructions for creating a account.

RacerAlert鈥檚 Emergency Notification System (ENS)

The Murray State University鈥檚 Racer Alert ENS is a system intended to notify the campus community about any situation or condition that could threaten the safety of individuals on campus. You can expect to receive the following types of messages from RacerAlert:

Alerts- These are emergency alerts letting you know about incident or condition that requires immediate attention and are required by the Clery Act. At a minimum, this type of notification will be made using text messages and emails. It may also include sirens, phone display, social media, and campus signage.
Timely Warning Notices- These are messages about crimes that have already occurred but represent an ongoing threat. These notices are also required by the Clery Act.
Police Department Announcements- These are messages sent by the Murray State Police to inform the Murray State community of general safety information that is not required by the Clery Act, but which the police believe will assist the community in being safer on and near campus. An example would be if a series of robberies occurred near campus, but not on campus, and the victims included students, faculty, and staff.
Test Messages- Testing is an important part of any emergency alert system. Murray State Police will test the ENS at least once per semester. This testing is also required by the Clery Act.

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