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University of Wisconsin-Platteville on Lockdown Following Active Incident Reports
Students at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville were placed under lockdown today following reports of an active “incident” occurring on the campus. Local law enforcement and emergency services are responding to the situation.
The Platteville Police Department confirmed they received a call regarding the situation at approximately 3:45 p.m. local time.
The Grant County coroner has also confirmed their presence at the scene to a local news outlet.
Initial Response and Shelter-in-Place Order
University staff and the approximately 6,500 students were immediately instructed to avoid Wilgus Hall, a campus dormitory, and to seek shelter in place. This advisory was rescinded at approximately 5:03 p.m.
Individuals not currently on campus were also advised to stay away from the area.
Evacuation and Ongoing Investigation
Following the apparent subsiding of the incident, UW-Platteville dispatch reported that evacuations were underway, according to Channel 3000. A university spokesperson stated that a room-to-room sweep of the campus is in progress.
In a subsequent update, authorities indicated that no immediate threat to the campus community exists. However, emergency responders remain on site to provide assistance. A university representative described the event as an isolated incident, according to Spectrum News 1.
Students at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville have been put on lockdown following reports of an active ‘incident’ on campus.
Students were originally told to avoid Wilgus Hall and shelter in place.
Support for Students and Further Updates
University officials intend to update Wilgus Hall residents via email and are working to support students impacted by the incident.
Unconfirmed Details and Continued Investigation
The exact nature of the incident remains unclear. A university spokeswoman, Christine Bellport, declined to confirm reports of a possible shooting on campus to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel.
The Platteville Police Department, Grant County Sheriff’s Office, and state agencies are collaborating in the ongoing investigation.
Exam Cancellations and Upcoming News Conference
The incident occurred during the university’s final exam period. A message to UW-Platteville employees, obtained by WBOW, indicates that final exams scheduled for Monday and Tuesday have been canceled.
Officials are anticipated to release additional details at a news conference tonight.
Key Updates:
- Event: Active incident on campus
- Location: University of Wisconsin-Platteville
- Status: No active threat, investigation ongoing
- Action: Lockdown lifted, evacuations underway