Reports of a shooting and active threat near the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater’s Rock County campus triggered widespread concern on Thursday afternoon. Social media posts from witnesses claimed shots were fired around 2:55 p.m., prompting multiple alerts and a swift response from law enforcement.
The university issued an official statement on its website:
“Police have responded to a report of a life safety threat on the Rock County Campus. Run! Hide! Fight!
There is no emergency and no active threat on the Whitewater Campus.
More information will be communicated as soon as possible.”
Local residents and those following social media reported hearing shots and seeing construction crews taking precautionary measures. Some shared that officers were clearing the campus strategically, while others confirmed that students are still on winter break.
Authorities have not verified whether shots were actually fired and have not reported any injuries. The situation remains under investigation, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
The university and police urge the public to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified reports while law enforcement works to ensure the safety of the campus and surrounding community.
