Officials at Towson University have launched a manhunt after a student was attacked on campus following a reported road rage incident during early-morning rush hour. The incident occurred at around 8:55 a.m. Thursday morning when a Towson University student notified police that they had been assaulted in Parking Lot 11 on campus. The victim reported that they had been involved in an off-campus road rage incident in which the alleged suspect followed them to a campus parking lot, according to school officials. The suspect, described as a male driving a dark-colored sedan, allegedly exited his vehicle, physically assaulted the student, and slashed the car’s tires before fleeing the scene. The victim was injured in the attack but declined medical treatment when authorities arrived. Authorities say the incident was not random, and university officials are asking students to remain vigilant as police work to identify and locate the suspect.
University officials emphasized the safety and wellbeing of the campus community as their top priority. In 2025, Towson University saw 672 reported incidents of criminal activity on campus, according to data from the university’s Office of Public Safety. Data shows the number of reported assaults on campus increased from 46 incidents in 2023 to 59 incidents in 2024, with 34 reported assaults this year. This trend has raised concerns about campus security and the need for enhanced safety measures. The university has not provided specific details about the nature of the assaults, but the recent incident has heightened awareness among students and faculty. As authorities continue their search for the suspect, the university remains focused on ensuring the safety of its community.