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Today, the ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ State Troopers announced that they had made an arrest in the murder of Sophie Sergie, a young woman who was found murdered on campus in April of 1993.
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The suspect, Steven H. Downs, 44, was arrested in Maine earlier today. He will be returned to ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ to face charges of murder and sexual assault.
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Sophie’s tragic death was a heartbreaking loss for her family and friends. It sent shock waves throughout our university and local community, and challenged our sense of security. Thank you to the ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ State Troopers and all of the other law enforcement agencies locally and nationally who never gave up hope of finding Sophie’s killer.
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While today’s news is a step toward justice for Sophie and her family, it is also a reminder of a traumatic chapter in our community’s history. If you are struggling with this news, please reach out for help.
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For students, the Student Health and Counseling Center can provide support or counseling. Call 474-7043 to speak with someone, or, for more information, visit https://uaf.edu/chc/services/counseling.php. Employees are eligible for free counseling through the Employee Assistance Program. Please call 1-888-993-7650, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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