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Update on student death

We will continue to post any new information as it is made available.

03/06/08: 12:00 p.m.

• City of Auburn police are still pursuing leads in this case. Anyone who sees suspicious activity or has any information should contact Crime Stoppers at 888-522-7847 or the Auburn Police Department hotline at 334-501-7337. Students are reminded to be vigilant as they go about their day.

• Governor Riley Offers $10,000 Reward for Information in Auburn Student’s Death

• The AU Security Shuttle’s service hours have been extended to accommodate students who need to move about campus from 6 p.m. to 7 a.m. when Tiger Transit is not operating. This schedule will be in effect until further notice. Students can call (334) 707-2004 or (334) 707-2005 for a ride.


• Mayor Bill Ham Reacts to AU Student's Death

• AU Alert message sent:
  "Rumors of a shooting or other incidents this afternoon on the Auburn University campus are NOT true. Information on the previously reported student death will continue to be updated [here] " - Sign up for AU Alert


• Auburn Police Department official news release - PDF version

• Message to Auburn University students and parents


• City of Auburn Police Department information


• Delta Gamma's statement


• Quote from Auburn University President Jay Gogue:
  "We are so saddened by this situation, words simply aren't adequate. This is a close-knit community that rarely experiences such a tragedy, so our heartfelt prayers and thoughts go out to those in Lauren's community in Marietta, and especially to her family."

• Auburn University Student Counseling Services


• Campus Safety Guide


• Additional Safety Tips and Resource Phone Numbers for Students