Chaos erupted today at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) after unconfirmed reports of a possible gunman sent the campus into lockdown.
According to university officials, police received calls suggesting an armed individual may have been on campus. Officers from UNCW Police, Wilmington Police, and state law enforcement immediately rushed to the scene, locking down classrooms and dorms as a precaution.
Students described barricading doors with desks, turning off lights, and hiding in closets. Social media quickly filled with frantic updates and videos of officers sweeping buildings with rifles drawn.
As of now, no shots fired have been confirmed, and no injuries have been reported. Authorities emphasized that they are taking every precaution until the threat can be fully dismissed.
UNCW issued multiple emergency alerts urging students and staff to shelter in place, lock doors, and stay away from windows until further notice. Parents and families of students rushed online for updates, demanding transparency and accountability.
Even if this turns out to be a false alarm, today’s events are a chilling reminder of how quickly fear spreads on American campuses — and how vulnerable students feel in moments of uncertainty.
Stay tuned for updates as more information is confirmed. Police are still investigating the origin of the gunman report and whether it was a hoax or credible threat.
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Disclaimer: This is a developing story. Information may change as authorities provide official updates.