2008-14

Dear Ohio State Community Member:

You are receiving this notice because a crime has occurred that is considered to be of a concern and/or a continuing threat to the campus community.

The purpose of this message is to heighten your safety awareness by providing community members with information necessary to take appropriate precautions, enable you to take actions to help increase your safety, and to aid in the prevention of similar crimes.

Public Safety Notice For:
Off Campus
Date:
Friday, June 13, 2008
Alert Code:
2008-14
The following crime occurred in:
Off Campus

The Columbus Police Department reports a homicide which occurred at approximately 12:46 a.m. on June 13, 2008 near West 5th Avenue and Olentangy Bike Path. Gunshots were heard in the area and shortly after three suspects were arrested and are in custody. The body of the victim was located on the bike path. None of the persons involved are affiliated and the motive is not reported at this time.

Anyone with information concerning this crime should contact either the University Police, 614-292-2121 or Columbus Police, 614-645-4545. You may also report information anonymously to the Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-TIPS or the University Crime Stoppers Tips line at 614-247-TIPS.

For information about safety on Ohio State's campus visit the following links:

For information about crime off campus, review the Columbus Police website. Helpful links are listed as: Crime Information, Crime Prevention, Offense Reports, and Media Releases.

This Public Safety Notice is issued in compliance with the "Timely Warning" provisions of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998. 34 CFR 668.46(e)