Local Fort Gordon Reporting Procedures 

There are a number of locations to report a sexual assault incident; however it is dependant upon whether the victim would like the sexual assault incident information to be confidential or if the victim would like to hold the alleged offender accountable. 

A.  Individuals wishing to make a report, but request the report is held in confidence (Restricted Report) should contact one of the following individuals:    

            1.  Sexual Assault Hotline, 706-791-6297, an advocate is available 24/7.

            2.  Contact the SARC or an Installation Victim Advocate by calling the hotline or they may be found in Darling Hall, Army Community Service, Room 224, 0800-1600.

            3.  Contact the Unit Victim Advocate (contact names and numbers are located on the bulletin board of each unit).

            4.  Report the incident to a health care provider at the Emergency Room of Dwight David Eisenhower Army Medical Center.

            5.  Contact the unit Chaplain (at 706-832-1634 during non-duty hours) 

It is very important to understand that the more people aware of the incident, the more likely the incident will be investigated. 

B. Individuals wishing to hold the alleged offender accountable, thus wanting law enforcement to investigate the incident (Unrestricted Report) should contact one of the following

            1.  Criminal Investigation Command at 706-791-4611

            2.  The Company Commander or First Sergeant

            3.  Richmond County Police Department at 706-821-1080

            4.  Columbia County Sheriff’s Office  at 706-541-2800 

C.  Individuals who are not sure of which reporting option he/she would like to choose, should contact a victim advocate or the SARC to discuss the benefits and limitations of each reporting option.  The SARC and victim advocates my be contacted at 706-791-6297.

Reporting Options

Restricted:  Allows a victim to receive medical treatment and support without triggering a criminal investigation. This affords victims additional time to weigh their options and see guidance about whether or not to participate in a criminal investigation at a later time.

Soldiers who are sexually assaulted and desire restricted reporting under this policy must report the assault to the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC), Victim Advocate, Chaplain or a Healthcare Provider. This option is available only to military victims of sexual assault.

Unrestricted:  Unrestricted Reporting allows a Soldier who is sexually assaulted and desires medical treatment, counseling, and an official investigation of his/her allegation to use current reporting channels (e.g., chain of command, law enforcement, or he/she may report the incident to the SARC or the Victim Advocate).

Upon notification of a reported sexual assault, the SARC will immediately notify a Victim Advocate. Additionally, with the victim's consent, the healthcare provider shall conduct a forensic examination, which may include the collection of evidence. Details regarding the incident will be limited to only those personnel who have a legitimate need to know.

Email contact for reporting sexual assault