Student Fakes Hate Crime in University Library

A Junior at the University of Arizona faked his own attack and told authorities that it was a hate crime. According to Ahmad Saad Nasim, he was beaten, pelted with eggs while his assailants shouted racial slurs at him. He finally confessed after being caught attempting to fake a second attack. After receiving cards and letters from numerous well-wishers form the first hoax, he even sent a letter to the school newspaper which stated, \”Many of you e-mailed to show your support, gave online get well cards and many kind messages that made me burst into tears,\” he wrote. \”My physical injuries will take time to wither away. But you Sun Devils have certainly taken care of the emotional pains I had.\” The DIstrict Attorney\’s Office, and the University are still deciding on whether to take disciplinary action. more… from The Arizona Republic.