Ohio State University, FBI investigate potential threat on Columbus campus

Extra security at Ohio State University-Columbus

Police react to threats against cafeteria

Police at the Ohio State University announced Wednesday that that they are increasing patrols and investigating a potential threat on the school’s Columbus campus.

The public safety threat was posted on a 'role player' game site and indicated the potential attack would be focused on the school’s cafeteria, the school announced in a red banner on its website.

OSU is currently working with the FBI and local authorities to try and mitigate any threat. The FBI is still working to confirm the intelligence.