<p>I think what strikes fear in the hearts of parents most is random violence - and as I understand it - this is what is somewhat at play here. However, while they do not refer to a specific motive, there has been some sort of arrest.</p>
<p>[Hartford</a> Man Held in UConn Murder Investigation - NESN University - NESN.com](<a href=“http://www.nesn.com/2009/10/hartford-man-held-in-uconn-murder-investigation-1.html]Hartford”>http://www.nesn.com/2009/10/hartford-man-held-in-uconn-murder-investigation-1.html)
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<p>The reason this gets so much press is that its a common and very real fear for most people. It’s easy for the media to play up because there is little a student can do or a parent can do in situations like this. I am pretty sure that ALL college campus murders are played up in the press. Alcohol poisoning? Probably less so but I would guess some of that is in respect for the grieving families. After all… alcohol poisoning is certainly avoidable. This happened in a crowd of 300 or so people and shocking in its bravado. However, not only do you have network news commenting and the front pages, but also the sports networks and sports sections of the paper. It might seem like a lot, but really it’s just the outlets doing their respective jobs that results in what might feel like double commentary.</p>