ST. LOUIS * Three women reported sexual assaults by St. Louis University student-athletes early Sunday, police said.

The women two of whom are students at the university went to a St. Louis hospital about 2:30 a.m. Sunday, less than two hours after the alleged assaults occurred.

The women said the incidents happened at an on-campus apartment in the first block of North Grand Boulevard.

University President Fred Pestello issued a statement Tuesday about the alleged assaults.

"First, I want to say how deeply troubled I am by these allegations, which involve behavior that runs counter to our mission and values," Pestello said in his email. "SLU seeks to foster a safe and supportive atmosphere where students, faculty, clinicians, and staff can flourish in an inclusive environment that is free from harassment and harm. …