TO: Campus Community
FR: Nader Oweis, Chief of Police
REPORTED CRIME: The Sonoma State University Police Department received reports of an individual making unsolicited, inappropriate sexual remarks to female students at the Beaujolais Pool since April 30, 2025. After a thorough investigation, officers identified former student Alexander Filler, age 23, as the suspect.
On May 16, 2025, based on the information obtained during the investigation, a misdemeanor warrant was issued for Filler’s arrest on one count of solicitation by the Sonoma County Superior Court, with bail set at $15,000.
Filler was subsequently arrested on May 19, 2025, and booked into the Sonoma County Jail by the Cotati Police Department.
If you know something: This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information that may assist us with this investigation is urged to call the Sonoma State University Police Department at 707-664-4444.
The Sonoma State University Police Department reminds the campus community of the following safety tips:
- Immediately and promptly report any suspected crime, suspicious persons, or activities on campus to the Sonoma State University Police Department by calling 911 or the non-emergency line at 707-664-4444.
- If you believe that you or someone else is in an unsafe situation, please do not delay calling 911 or seeking assistance from others.
- Be alert to your surroundings. Your actions as an active bystander can help prevent crimes from occurring within our campus community.
You are not at fault for any harm done to you. The above safety tips are not intended to imply otherwise.
SUPPORT RESOURCES: Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is available for any student seeking support at 707-664-2153. Our Employee Assistance Program, LifeMatters by Empathia, is available for any staff and faculty seeking support. A Confidential Advocate is also available at 707-664-2698. Another resource is the Office for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination (OPHD) which can provide supportive measures and receive complaints related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and discrimination on behalf of the university. OPHD can be reached at 707-664-4140.