Multiple HBCUs Lockdown Amid Non-Credible Threat Investigations
Several PA universities receive non-credible threats; state police investigating
Multiple universities in Pennsylvania, including Shippensburg University, received calls on Sunday regarding threats on their campuses. Shippensburg University reported that its police department interacted with an unknown caller who provided vague information about a threat that lacked accurate details about the campus. Other police agencies received similar calls, but the caller hung up before further information could be gathered.
Law enforcement conducted searches on the campus, determining that there was no credible threat. The university notified students about police activity, clarifying that no "active shooter" alert was issued. Shippensburg University confirmed it was one of several universities in Pennsylvania to receive such calls, and the Pennsylvania State Police are currently investigating the situation. For more detailed updates, visit CBS 21 and Fox43.
State Police investigating non-credible threat reported at Shippensburg University
The investigation into the non-credible threat made to Shippensburg University is ongoing. The university confirmed that it received a call about a threat, with authorities noting that the information provided was vague and did not pertain specifically to Shippensburg. Despite the lack of credible threats, additional searches were conducted, and an official alert was sent to inform the campus community about the police presence. Students were assured that no "active shooter" alert was issued during the incident. More information can be found on Shippensburg's Facebook page.
Multiple HBCUs Go On Lockdown in Response to Threats
At least seven historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) across the United States enacted lockdown procedures on Thursday due to threats received. Among these was Southern University and A&M College in Louisiana, which requested individuals on campus to shelter in place in response to a “potential threat to campus safety.” The lockdown affected various entities within the university, including the Southern University Law Center.
The lockdown was lifted later that afternoon, but all classes and campus activities were canceled through the weekend. Alabama State University reported a “terroristic threat,” causing them to shut down the campus while law enforcement conducted checks. Virginia State University also went on lockdown as local and federal authorities assessed the credibility of a threat. For additional updates, refer to Southern University's statement and Hampton University's notice.
3 officers killed, 2 injured in York County shooting: Pa. state police
An incident in York County resulted in the fatal shooting of three police officers and injuries to two others. Pennsylvania State Police reported that the shooter was killed by law enforcement, and that there is no ongoing threat to the community. The police were in the area to follow up on a domestic-related investigation when the shooting occurred.
During a press conference, State Police Col. Christopher Paris stated, “There are no words I can offer to assuage the grief the community experiences.” The investigation is ongoing, with authorities securing additional search warrants. Governor Josh Shapiro expressed his condolences and emphasized the need for improved mental health support in the community. More details can be found in reports from PennLive and NBC Philadelphia.
