In the days after the murder of Yale medical student Annie Le, whose body was found last week in a New Haven, Conn. laboratory, medical schools across the country, including the University's, have taken greater measures to protect students and staff.
University Police Capt. Michael Coleman said although he is unable to discuss specific security measures, University Police and the Medical School are closely following the investigation at Yale to further ensure the security of University community members. Medical School Dean Steven DeKosky also noted that the Medical School has increased its communication with the main Grounds security staff.
"We have people looking specifically at the buildings as we have added new structures and pathways, as part of a larger intense look at security, lighting, cameras, etc. in the research complex," DeKosky said.
Nevertheless, because the incident at Yale did not involve a security breach - Le's alleged murderer was a Yale employee - it remains difficult to pinpoint ways to prevent a similar tragedy from occurring at the University, Coleman said.
"We encourage people to report any suspicious behavior in a medical school setting, or any other setting, so we can then look into it further," Coleman said. Additionally, DeKosky underscored the importance of carefully hiring and recruiting staff and faculty members.
University Police will continue to follow the investigation of Le's murder as more details come to light, Coleman said.
-compiled by Mark Riffee
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