Université de Saint-Boniface evacuated due to suspicious item
What happened?
Université de Saint-Boniface was evacuated on Monday, March 6, 2023, due to a suspicious item found on campus. The item was later identified as a hoax device.
The evacuation began at approximately 11:30 a.m. after the item was discovered in a stairwell. The Winnipeg Police Service was called to the scene and evacuated the building.
The evacuation lasted for approximately two hours. Students and staff were allowed to return to the building at approximately 1:30 p.m.
What was the suspicious item?
The suspicious item was a small, black box with wires attached to it. It was found in a stairwell on the third floor of the university's Taché Hall.
The Winnipeg Police Service bomb disposal unit examined the item and determined that it was a hoax device.
Who was affected by the evacuation?
The evacuation affected approximately 2,000 students and staff.
The evacuation also caused some traffic disruptions in the area around the university.
What is the university doing in response to the incident?
The university is reviewing its security protocols in light of the incident.
The university is also working with the Winnipeg Police Service to investigate the incident.
What should I do if I find a suspicious item?
If you find a suspicious item, do not touch it.
Call 911 and report the item to the police.
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