Candlelight vigil for rape survivor draws UCSB community
A candlelight vigil was held in Isla Vista for a rape survivor as the community grapples with an unsolved case. Attendees expressed their support for the victim while calling for increased law enforcement involvement. The victim's family is advocating for the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Department to join the investigation due to concerns about the resources of the UCSB Police Department.
- ▪The vigil took place at Greek Park, drawing students and community members together in solidarity.
- ▪The alleged assault occurred on May 9, and the suspect remains unidentified, causing anxiety on campus.
- ▪The victim's family is urging for expanded law enforcement involvement to aid in the investigation.
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Metro Candlelight vigil for rape survivor draws UCSB community By Daniel Farr Published May 27, 2026, 8:30 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google Students and community members quietly gathered for a vigil Tuesday night in Isla Vista as an unsolved rape and strangulation near UC Santa Barbara continues to spark fear and frustration across campus. Photos from the gathering at Greek Park show small groups gathering as daylight faded, with attendees clustering in circles along paved paths. Many stood quietly in hoodies and jackets, hands folded or arms crossed as they listened. 5 Students hold candles during a vigil at Greek Park.
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