Ax-wielding University of North Texas student Ryan McMillan shot by police

Dec 14, 2015 - 13:25
Dec 14, 2015 - 13:25
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Ax-wielding University of North Texas student Ryan McMillan shot by police
Ryan McMillan, whose 21st birthday was Saturday, was shot by police after approaching the officer with an ax Sunday. Photo Facebook.

A University of North Texas student was fatally shot Sunday by campus police.

Ryan McMillan, whose 21st birthday was Saturday, was smashing car windows with an ax at a parking garage a couple of blocks from the Denton campus, according to The Dallas Moing News.

“This is a tragic event that saddens us as a university community,” university President Neal Smatresk, said in a release.

McMillan advanced toward the officer, who fired multiple shots in response, according to The Dallas Moing News.

The officer, whose name has not been released, was placed on paid administrative leave, according to The Dallas Moing News. The Texas Rangers are investigating the incident.


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Mike Gallagher Freelance writer with a passion for travelling