HAYS, Kan. — Ed Howell, chief of police at Fort Hays State University, said university police are investigating a report of a battery that occurred in the Lewis Field Stadium parking lot around 8:40 p.m. on Saturday. 

The 18-year-old female victim reported that she was grabbed by an unknown white male and pushed up against a vehicle. No injuries were sustained by the victim and no medical attention was needed. 

The victim described the assailant as very intoxicated, 19 to 21 years of age, approximately 6 feet in height with shaggy brown hair, wearing a gray Coors Light T-shirt, blue jeans and boots. 

If anyone has information about this incident or wants to report a different incident, please contact the FHSU Police Department at 785-628-5304 during daytime hours on Monday through Friday. After hours, the calls can be directed to the dispatcher at the Hays Communications Center at 785-625-1011. 

Chief Howell advises that it is always best to follow these safety tips: 
·        Be aware of your surroundings and others in the area. 
·        Have your cell phone at the ready and call 911 if you feel that you are in danger. 
·        Walk with others when possible. 
·        Advise others as to where you are going and when you expect to return. 
·        Report any suspicious behavior.