The Papua New Guinea University of Technology (PNGUoT) Administration in Lae city has identified five students allegedly involved in the harassment of a young woman, an incident captured in a distressing viral video currently circulating online.
According to a press statement from the university’s Senior Executive Management Team (SEMT), the incident took place on 9th August and involved verbal, physical, and sexual harassment of a young female; a blatant display of disgusting behavior from the male university students involved.
The identified students have been reported to campus authorities, with investigations continuing as a matter of urgency.
The SEMT condemned the behavior as unacceptable and contrary to the university’s values of respect, dignity, and safety.
“Any student found to have participated in the harassment will face disciplinary action under the University Student Disciplinary Committee (USDC) rules and may also be referred to police,” states the SEMT.
The university warned that any retaliation, intimidation, or targeting of other students connected to the incident will result in strict disciplinary measures.
PNGUoT reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all students, staff, and visitors.