Two significant crime incidents happened during the first weekend and Monday students returned to West Virginia University, police said.
The Morgantown Police Department reported an unlawful assault as well as carrying a concealed weapon without a permit. Both occurred in the downtown area, said Lt. Harold Sperringer of MPD.
Police are unsure whether the person assaulted was a student. He was taken to an area hospital where he was treated and released over the weekend.
MPD reported a total of eight arrests, 15 charges and received 481 calls this weekend.
"There was nothing extremely bad this weekend other than the assault," Sperringer said. "It was about average for this weekend."
The University Police Department reported similar incidents.
"We had a number of (underage drinking violations) and a few drug calls," said Chief of University Police Bob Roberts. "(The weekend) was pretty typical in comparison to last year."
There were five drug offenses, one report of battery, two thefts, one arrest and several liquor law and underage alcohol consumption violations reported over the weekend, according to UPD's incident summary report.
A dumpster fire was reported outside of Braxton Tower at approximately 10 p.m. Sunday. No citations were issued at the time of the incident.
A citation for the improper use of horns and warning devices was also issued near 11 p.m. on Prospect Street.
UPD also reported few disturbances at FallFest despite large crowds and alcohol consumption, Roberts said.
An incident summary report for FallFest was not available by press time.
University Police advise students to report any suspicious activity as soon as possible.
"The number one thing for students is to keep their doors locked," said Lt. Brian Hoxter of the UPD in a previous report. "Most crimes are crimes of opportunity."
Students should also travel in well-lit areas and lock up their valuables, Hoxter said.
The UPD provides safety tips and information on its website, which recommends students consider the consequences of alcohol and drug use.