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NewsPalo Alto Online — CrimeJune 30, 2026Santa Clara

Stanford Police: Reported March Sexual Assault Did Not Occur

Stanford University's Department of Public Safety has concluded that a reported sexual assault near campus in March 2025 did not take place. The investigation followed initial reports of an incident involving a jogger at gunpoint.

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Why It Matters

The university police department's findings officially close an investigation into a reported violent crime near the Stanford campus, correcting the public record regarding the incident.

Key Facts

  • Stanford Department of Public Safety conducted a formal investigation into a reported sexual assault.
  • The reported incident was alleged to have occurred on March 29.
  • The location of the reported incident was near the intersection of Santa Ynez Street and Mayfield Avenue.
  • The investigation concluded that the reported assault did not happen.

Who's Mentioned

locationSanta Ynez Street“Location near where the reported assault was said to have occurred.”organizationStanford University“The institution where the reported incident was investigated.”personSeeger Gray“Photographer of the campus image.”locationMayfield Avenue“Location near where the reported assault was said to have occurred.”organizationStanford Department of Public Safety“The law enforcement agency that conducted the investigation.”