Editor’s Note: a previous version of this article incorrectly described the alert as an active shooter on the University of Iowa campus. The article now reflects the reports of a shooting near campus as police are investigating.
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) – Iowa City Police say they are investigating an apparent shooting near the University of Iowa campus Friday afternoon.
Police say witnesses reported hearing gunfire near the intersection of East Burlington and South Governor Streets around 1:30 pm Friday. Officers also found evidence of gunfire at the scene.
The University of Iowa issued a Hawk Alert because of the reports of shots fired near campus. That alert reported a suspect running west away from the scene, in the direction of campus. It urged students to avoid the area or shelter in place.
(University of Iowa)
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