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In the early morning hours of January 15, 1978, serial killer Ted Bundy broke into the Chi Omega sorority house at FSU. His horrific actions resulted in the brutal murders of two young women, Margaret Bowman and Lisa Levy. In addition to these tragic deaths, Bundy severely attacked and injured two other sorority members, Kathy Kleiner and Karen Chandler, who were in their rooms at the time.
Lisa Levy & Margaret Bowman - Public Domain
These crimes sent shockwaves through the FSU community and the nation, highlighting the vulnerability of students and the terrifying reality of violent crime. The details of the break-in, the savage beatings, and the subsequent investigation became a significant part of the Ted Bundy case, eventually leading to his conviction for these murders.
The events at the Chi Omega house remain a somber chapter in the history of FSU and serve as a stark reminder of the lasting impact of such violence on individuals and communities.
