The number of instances of sexually-related crimes and assaults is not universally accepted. These figures indicate a much higher level of rape and sexually related assaults. 96 incidents in 1994, and 86 in 1995. These statistics reflect an interesting and noteworthy difference regarding sexual assault reporting. Experts suggest that victims do not necessarily seek retaliation against their assailants.
Victims are usually more concerned with closure and help or counseling.
For this reason, victims are more apt to report assaults to psychological or social services than to the police. Lieutenant Jerry Minger, media representative for the Indiana University Police Department, suggests that since most victims know their assailants and may even be related to them, they are more concerned with getting help to overcome the assault. They do not wish to increase public exposure and attention to the crime. In these cases, where victims do not wish to file police reports, they are referred to one of the many agencies that are geared toward helping victims. Victims who do report assaults to the police are likewise encouraged to seek counseling.