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Bowie State University and The stabbing of Dominique T. Frazier . PR Research & Strategies, Florida A&M Roderick Smith March 27, 2012. Stabbing of Dominique T. Frazier: Sept. 15, 2011 .
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Bowie State University and The stabbing of Dominique T. Frazier PR Research & Strategies, Florida A&M Roderick Smith March 27, 2012
Stabbing of Dominique T. Frazier: Sept. 15, 2011 • A Bowie State University student was stabbed in her neck, following an argument with her roommate. • The suspect, 19 –year old Alexis D. Simpson, claimed she didn’t mean to do it. • Simpson later turned herself in, at The Prince George’s Detention Center, and was held without bond. http://mybaltimorespirit.com/1788512/friends-and-family-remember-slain-bowie-student-dominique-frazier-video/
Frazier and roommate Simpson, were supposed to be reassigned to another room in the dorms. • The two argued prior to the stabbing allegedly over an iPod. • “The two had been fighting for days,” added WUSA TV, a local news station. • The Police received a phone call from dorm representatives just after 8p.m. • Rest in peace, became the trending topic for students at the university on all social media platforms. • Rumors circulate that two witnesses were present during the altercation. http://feather-magazine.com/?p=1973 Backstory
Media Highlights • The suspect, allegedly turns victims iPod off before fight. • Residence hall was shut down for investigation. • Suspect flees scene of the crime only to later turn herself in. • University officials issue a statement canceling classes that Friday. http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/woman-found-fatally-stabbed-at-bowie-state/2011/09/15/gIQAQRG0VK_story_2.html
Sept. 23, funeral services are held for Frazier. • Oct. 14, Preliminary hearing for the murder takes place. • The Maryland State Police has obtained a search warrant for the room where the two young ladies shared. http://feather-magazine.com/?p=1973 The Story Continues
PR Lessons • The residence hall was shut down for investigation. • Students explained that the stabbing deprived them of a sense of securityand safety. • University officials issue a statement canceling classes that Friday, calling it “a part of the healing process.” • “She would have enjoyed that day,” added the VP, of student affairs. http://geniethejew.com/2011/09/17/bowie-state-university-stabbing/