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A report of gunfire near the University of Iowa campus in Iowa City on Friday afternoon triggered temporary shelter-in-place orders at multiple locations, including the Iowa City Public Library. Police responded to the 900 block of East Burlington Street after receiving reports of shots fired and finding evidence of gunfire. A Hawk Alert was issued advising students and staff to shelter in place after a suspect was reportedly seen fleeing the scene. The incident, deemed isolated, disrupted downtown activity, including the FOX Big Noon Kickoff broadcast setup for the Iowa-Oregon football game. The investigation is ongoing.
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Gunfire Near University of Iowa Triggers Shelter-in-Place Orders
Iowa City, IA – A shooting incident near the University of Iowa campus on Friday afternoon prompted a temporary shelter-in-place order at multiple locations, including the Iowa City Public Library.
Iowa City Police responded to reports of shots fired in the 900 block of East Burlington Street around 1:29 p.m. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots, and officers confirmed finding evidence of gunfire at the scene.
A Hawk Alert, issued at the request of the Iowa City Police Department, advised students and staff to seek shelter after a suspect was reportedly seen running westbound on foot. The alert stated the incident originated off campus.
The Iowa City Public Library enacted its shelter-in-place protocol for approximately 30 minutes, coordinating with law enforcement before lifting the order around 2:30 p.m. All patrons and staff were reported safe.
Police have characterized the shooting as an isolated incident with no ongoing threat to the public, though they advise residents to remain vigilant.
The incident temporarily disrupted activity in downtown Iowa City, forcing the FOX Big Noon Kickoff broadcast crew, in town for Saturday’s Iowa-Oregon football game, to evacuate their setup on the Pentacrest.
The investigation is ongoing. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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