On Sunday, Sept. 15, at approximately 9 p.m. the University of Iowa Police Department was made aware of a concerning social media post in reference to the possibility that a student was making explosives in Slater Residence Hall. The post in question showed various items and containers and the text “time to cook.” 

UI Police responded immediately to investigate with the assistance of the department’s explosives detection canine team, as well as an officer who serves on the bomb squad.

Responding officers quickly made contact with the person who made the post, who was fully cooperative. Following a thorough investigation and interview, police determined there was no threat to public safety. 

No additional information is available at this time.

Contact

Hayley Bruce, PIO, University of Iowa Police Department, 319-384-0072