Stony Brook University - A Gunman Inside Stony Brook

Stony Brook University - A Gunman Inside Stony Brook

On Feb. 25 there was a notification of a gunman inside Stony Brook University. Apparently the campus police have done an exhaustive search of the possible gunman and have found no one. There weren’t reports on shots being fired neither.

The police issued an “all-clear” today at 4pm and that let everybody resume their activities inside the campus. According to the Stony Brook University website, a young man “fled the Student Activity Center Cafeteria and later displayed what was reported as a handgun.”. This was at about 3 pm.

The campus police patrols are continuing though, let’s hope there isn’t a real threat. It’s disturbing to see how more and more often incidents like this keep repeating on US schools and universities.

Update from Stony Brook University Website:

The investigation of today’s incident is ongoing. We want to thank all those involved in our security effort this afternoon. We will use the web and, whenever necessary, the SB Alert system, to continue to keep the Stony Brook Community informed in as quick and responsible a fashion as possible.

Feb. 25, 2008, 6:35 pm

Update:
Stony Brook University and Suffolk County Police have conducted an extensive search of the Stony Brook University Main Campus and have determined that there is no longer an immediate threat to the Campus Community. Police have issued an all-clear to continue normal classes and activities. University and Suffolk County Police are continuing with increased patrols throughout campus.

As always, remain alert and report any suspicious activity to University Police by dialing 911 from any campus phone or 632-3333. Go to Stony Brook website for updates http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/emergency/alerts.shtml.

Feb. 25, 2008, 3:55 pm

Report of a possible gun on campus
University Police received a report that a young male fled the Student Activity Center Cafeteria and later displayed what was reported as a handgun. The individual was reported to be an African American male, approximately 25 years of age, wearing a black coat and black wool hat. He fled in the direction of Harriman Hall. University Police are searching the area and investigating the report. Remain alert, proceed with caution and notify University Police if you see anyone fitting the description of the individual or anything unusual. You can reach University Police by callling 911 from any campus phone or 632-3333.

Return to this website for updates.

Feb. 25, 2008 2:51 pm

- Top Search Other Closings and Cancellations

• The Bus Trip to the African Burial Grounds Monument is cancelled and will be rescheduled for Friday, February 29, 2008.
• The Evening of Chinese Music with Chai Found Music Workshop at the Charles B. Wang Center Theater has been cancelled. Please call 631-632-4400 on Monday to get your tickets refunded.

Outdoor Cold Weather Safety Precautions

• Avoid driving and try to stay indoors.
• Do not travel alone. Let others know if you are going out.
• Dress warmly. Wear loose-fitting, layered clothes.
• Cover your mouth to protect your lungs from extremely cold air.
• Avoid working too hard (strains your heart).
• Drink water and other fluids to avoid dehydration.
• Watch for signs of frostbite: Feeling of “pins and needles” followed by numbness (no feeling).
• Report any emergency to University Police by dialing 911 from any campus phone or 632-3333 from a cell phone.

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