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UW–Parkside Closes After Reported Threat, Issues Evacuation or Shelter-in-Place Order

Law enforcement is investigating with no injuries or suspects reported.

Overview

  • At 10:13 a.m., the university issued a Ranger Alert that closed the campus and instructed people to evacuate or shelter in place.
  • UW–Parkside communicated the alert via Facebook and said further details would follow through official channels.
  • Parkside Police initially told WTMJ of a potential phone threat referencing bringing lethal weapons to campus.
  • Out of caution, the university suspended all Saturday afternoon classes and events until further notice.
  • Alumni Day basketball games scheduled for 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. were postponed as the investigation continues.