Wednesday, November 21, 2007

189 DEATH THREAT MADE AGAINST MTSU STUDENT

DEATH THREAT MADE AGAINST MTSU STUDENT

Nov. 16, 2007

CONTACT: Tom Tozer at 615-898-5131; 615-542-0444

MURFREESBORO—The Federal Bureau of Investigation has informed MTSU officials of a potential death threat that has been made against a student living in Monohan Hall. University officials have taken immediate actions to protect the student and to maintain safety on campus.
“We take this situation very seriously and will utilize all our resources to maintain order and safety on this campus,” said President Sidney A. McPhee.
The student, whose identity is being withheld pending further investigation, has been relocated to an off-campus site, the residence hall has been provided with additional security and controlled access, officials are meeting with dorm residents and student supervisory personnel to apprise them of the situation. While this threat was made against one specific student, MTSU police are asking that all campus residents remain vigilant and report any unusual or suspicious behavior by calling 898-2424.

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