Breaking News: Shooting at UCA (University of Central Arkansas)

Oct 27, 2008 in General News Topics, World News

Shooting at UCA Kills 2, Injures 1!

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Hours ago there was a shooting at UCA. So far there are two dead and one injured from the shooting at the University of Central Arkansas. One person died at the scene, with the other dieing at Conway Regional Medical Center.

The injured person was treated and released.

UCA campus police said the shots were fired at approximately 9:50pm, Sun October 26. The shooting happened near Snow Fine Arts center at UCA. UCA area police are searching for three more suspects.

So far police have apprehended one suspect in the UCA shooting. University of Central Arkansas has cancelled all classes for Monday, Oct 27th.

Currently the UCA campus is on lockdown, following the shooting. Students who are housed inside the UCA campus have been asked to stay inside their dorms for the time being.

Here is the email sent out to students living on campus:

UCA Police Department
to information

show details 10:20 PM (48 minutes ago)

The UCA Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on campus. At present there are four suspects. One suspect is in custody.

THE CAMPUS IS CLOSED. ALL HOUSING FACILITIES ARE RESTRICTED TO RESIDENTS ONLY.

Lieutenant Jeremy Crabb
Commander, Support Services Division
University of Central Arkansas Police Department