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Capitol police investigating death threat against Gov. Walker

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By Joe Radske - email

MADISON (WKOW)-- Capitol police say Governor Scott Walker received an on-line death threat Monday morning.

In a statement from Capitol Police Chief Charles Tubbs:

"Earlier this morning, Capitol Police became aware of an online death threat directed towards Governor Walker. Capitol Police takes any threat directed towards those who visit or work in the Capitol seriously, and Capitol Police investigators have identified and interviewed the responsible individual. Capitol Police does not generally comment on specific security issues."

 

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