USF Police Identify Man Who Reportedly Exposed Self On Campus

TAMPA, FL – The University of South Florida Police has identified a man who reportedly exposed himself to students on the northeast side of Juniper-Poplar Hall on the USF campus in Tampa.

The incident occurred on Sunday, July 8 at 8:18 p.m. Police searched the area but were unable to find anyone.

A surveillance photo, however, caught an image of the man and police were able to identify him as Phillip Johnson, 30, of Clearwater.

Investigators, examining occurrences from previous years, have linked Johnson to another incident on March 25, 2017. Information from both of these investigations was referred to the State Attorney's Office for review to determine if Johnson will be formally charged under Florida Statute 800.03.

The University of South Florida Police Department has issued a trespass order which restricts Johnson from entering all USF system properties.

USF Police officers continue to patrol the campus and surrounding areas in a highly visible fashion. Students are encouraged to walk in groups or pairs or use the SAFE Team (974-SAFE) for an escort on campus from 6:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.

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