Atlanta, GA 9/27/2007 6:20:40 AM
News / Education

St. John's University gunman identified as freshman Omesh Hiraman

St. John's University went on lockdown today after a man carrying a rifle was apprehended. No shots were fired and no injuries were reported. The man has been identified as 22-year-old freshman Omesh Hiraman.

Police say Hiraman walked onto the Queens campus today wearing a Halloween mask and carrying a .40 caliber rifle. Campus cops apprehended Hiaman and turned him over to NYPD.

 

Hiraman has a history of psychiatric problems and sources say he may not have taken his medication.

 

The university took extra precautions and advised all students to stay in classrooms and buildings. Security guards were posted in the buildings and all facilities were searched. Students were notified via text messages and cell phones.

 

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