3-9-2010

Contact: Paul Denton, OSU Chief of Police, 614-688-4555

Ohio State University statement regarding maintenance building shooting

At approximately 3:30 a.m. today Ohio State’s emergency dispatch received a 911 call indicating that a shooting had occurred at the OSU Maintenance Building, 2000 Tuttle Park Place.

Upon arrival, officers confirmed a shooting involving three University employees, none of which were students. One employee is dead. The other two have been transported to the hospital. The investigation is continuing and no names have been released pending notification of family.

The site location has been secured and there are some traffic restrictions around the building. The suspect is in custody.

The university continues normal operations. Classes will be held and normal work schedules are in effect.

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