Negative tweet about Dep. Darren Goforth's ambush killing ends in arrest for college student

Monica Foy, a Sam Houston State University student, has come under fire for a tweet she sent out in the wake of the shooting death of Harris County deputy Darren Goforth. (Photo: Montgomery County Sheriff's Office) less Monica Foy, a Sam Houston State University student, has come under fire for a tweet she sent out in the wake of the shooting death of Harris County deputy Darren Goforth. (Photo: Montgomery County Sheriff's ... more Image 1 of / 99 Caption Close Negative tweet about Dep. Darren Goforth's ambush killing ends in arrest for college student 1 / 99 Back to Gallery

Monica Foy, a Sam Houston State University student, has come under fire for a tweet she sent out in the wake of the shooting death of Harris County deputy Darren Goforth.

Goforth was killed Friday in an apparent ambush shooting while he pumped gas. Shannon Miles, the man accused in the shooting, reportedly had spent an unknown amount of time under psychiatric care prior to the shooting.

Foy’s tweet on Tuesday questioned why so many people cared about Goforth’s death and suggested that he might have deserved to be shot. She also wrote that Goforth had “creepy perv eyes.”

Once social media got wind of the tweet it went viral and Foy soon deleted the tweet. The most recent tweet on her feed came Tuesday morning and simply said “#blacklivesmatter.” Her entire account has now since been deleted.

Late Tuesday night her Twitter mentions were full of angry messages regarding her tweet.

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Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office spokesman Brady Fitzgerald confirmed on Wednesday that they received a call stating that Foy had an outstanding warrant for assault causing bodily harm out of Harris County.

She was arrested at her home in the county after deputies checked the system.

After Foy was taken into custody she bonded out a short time later, Fitzgerald added. The charge is likely a misdemeanor A.

Foy reportedly was a student at Sam Houston State University.

SHSU issued a short statement on Tuesday in response to the incident on the school's Facebook page:

“SHSU appreciates the enormous public response in support of law enforcement. The university is a leader in educating many people who work in criminal justice and those who protect the civil liberties this country was founded upon, including free speech, whether we agree with that speech or not.”

“SHSU has a strong Student Code of Conduct. The student’s remarks will be evaluated to determine if the code was violated following standardized due process. The university has an ongoing commitment to taking actions that strengthen dialog and understanding between our students and the law enforcement community.”

Foy is an English major at the school, according to the Montgomery County Police Reporter.

Julia May, spokesperson for SHSU, said Wednesday that the school is still evaluating the situation.

“We are conducting a rigorous evaluation to determine if she violated any laws or policies as a student,” said May. There has been some concern from alumni about Foy’s actions considering that the school is known for its heavy amount of law enforcement majors. Students are noting that this not indicative of their viewpoints.

“We are a place of open dialogue and discussion but this opinion is not representative of the university community at all,” May added.

Sam Houston State University President Dr. Dana G. Hoyt outlined the university’s position supporting law enforcement on Wednesday, nothing that her own father served as a police officer:

“My father was a police officer, and there’s always been a special place in my heart for law enforcement. While I was growing up, I heard him recite many times one of his favorite quotes from John Wayne: 'I've known Jane Fonda since she was a little girl. I've never agreed with a word she's said, but would give my life defending her right to say it.' I echo that sentiment. God bless those in uniform who choose to protect us regardless of personal views or preferences.

"Those who would do harm, whether by word or deed, should and will pay the consequences through lawful means. In the case of Ms. Foy, she shared her remarks publicly and the public has undeniably rebuked this deplorable action. She will have to live with the repercussions of her choice. It is my sincere hope that Ms. Foy will come to understand the hurt she has caused, learn from it and make the necessary changes to become a person who embraces the values we hold dear at Sam Houston State University.

Although passions are high right now, SHSU is an institution that teaches criminal justice and law and order. In many cases, we have literally written the book on the subject. Right now, we need to let the processes in place run their proper course.

"Ms. Foy’s comments were reckless but we cannot respond in kind. Words are powerful, but rather than continuing to engage in a dialogue that only draws more attention to her words and further disgraces the memory of Officer Goforth, it’s time to come together and show unified and unprecedented support for our law enforcement with positive and constructive action.”

Spokesperson May said that as of Wednesday afternoon Foy was still enrolled at the school and couldn't disclose if there would be any disciplinary action to come.