Bomb Threats
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When a bomb threat has been received, the University Police Department may issue a directive that all personnel are to evacuate the affected building or area. Such a directive is to be followed promptly to assure the safety of life and property.
- If the threat is by letter or note, protect the written message from handling.
- If threat is by telephone:
- Keep caller on the line and ask specifics:
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- exact location of the bomb
- description of bomb device
- what will make it explode
- how to deactivate it
- time of detonation
- why was it put there
- Analyze identity of caller (age, sex, mental condition, tone of voice).
- Listen for background noises which might aid in identifying the location from which the call is originating.
- Record the message word for word and the time call received.
- Call the University Police Department at 782-6000 and follow their instructions.
- Do not call any other University officials. The Director of Public Safety will make notifications to other University officials.
