PR Research & Strategies, Florida A&M

Roderick SmithMarch 27, 2012

Bowie State University and

The stabbing of Dominique T. Frazier

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/

Backstory

• 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

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

The Story Continues

• 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

PR Lessons

• The residence hall was shut down for investigation.

• Students explained that the stabbing deprived them of a sense of security and 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/