PENNSYLVANIA — Federal authorities are searching for a former Penn State University student accused of raping a fellow student at his campus apartment nearly a year ago.
Alleged Incident at Penn State Abington
According to the U.S. Marshals Service, Abdul-Jabril Cooper, 19, is wanted in connection with the alleged rape of a female student at Penn State Abington. The incident reportedly occurred in September 2024 while Cooper was enrolled at the university.
Officials say Cooper has since withdrawn from Penn State following the allegations.
Arrest Warrant Issued
On July 16, 2025, the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office issued a warrant for Cooper’s arrest on charges of rape. The U.S. Marshals Philadelphia office has now joined the search, calling for public assistance in locating him.
In a public statement, the agency emphasized the seriousness of the charges and the need to apprehend Cooper as quickly as possible.
Description of the Suspect
Authorities describe Cooper as:
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Age: 19
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Height: 5 feet, 9 inches
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Hair: Black
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Eyes: Brown
He was last known to be living in Washington, D.C.
Call for Public Assistance
The U.S. Marshals Service is urging anyone with information about Cooper’s whereabouts to come forward. Tips can be submitted in the following ways:
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Call the U.S. Marshals Tipline at 1-866-865-TIPS (8477)
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Submit information through the official U.S. Marshals mobile tip app
All tips are kept confidential.
Ongoing Effort to Locate Cooper
The case has drawn widespread attention, as law enforcement agencies emphasize their commitment to pursuing sexual assault cases involving college campuses. The U.S. Marshals Service noted that cooperation from the public is often critical in cases where suspects may cross state lines.
Penn State officials have not released further comment regarding the investigation but confirmed that Cooper is no longer enrolled at the university.
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