Suspect Arrested in Alleged Meth Lab at Michigan State University

A suspect has been taken into custody for allegedly operating a meth lab in Wells Hall, which is the largest academic building at Michigan State University.

Shin Tong, 31, is now facing felony charges related to this operation, including charges of trespassing.

This incident came to light earlier this week when police officers responded to reports of a suspicious individual and strange odors emanating from the building. Upon arrival, they identified Tong, who was found with an expired student ID from MSU.

Officers reported finding multiple bags with substances typically used in meth production after obtaining a search warrant to investigate further.

According to the police, the materials discovered included sodium hydroxide, hydrochloric acid, methanol, isopropyl alcohol, acetone, and butane. Thankfully, multiple tests by the Environmental Health and Safety Administration indicated that there was no immediate danger to the community in Wells Hall.

Interestingly, authorities later clarified that no meth lab was actually present inside the building.

Authorities reported that Tong was in possession of chemicals and equipment suitable for meth production. It appears he might have caused substantial damage to the building’s doors, floors, and fixtures between April 10 and April 26.

Tong faces several serious charges: felony trespassing, malicious destruction of property exceeding $20,000, and operating a controlled substance lab.

Wells Hall was evacuated as a precaution on Monday and is expected to remain closed until Friday. The university reassured the public that there is currently no known threat to the campus community.

Currently, Tong is being held in the Ingham County Jail with a bail set at $500,000. Reports suggest that the Department of Homeland Security is also involved in his case regarding bail matters.