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University of Texas-Austin Shooting Update
by Joseph Ernest September 28, 2010
Newscast Media AUSTIN, TX-- On Tuesday morning, a gunman ran through the University of Texas campus, randomly firing an AK-47, before turning the gun on himself. The suspect was reported dead and a possible second accomplice at large. The suspected gunman reportedly died of self-inflicted wounds, while officials said the second suspect was believed to be unarmed. Witnesses said the suspect entered the campus library carrying an AK-47, and wearing a tuxedo and ski mask The campus remains on lockdown with SWAT teams searching the area for the second suspect. No one else was reported injured.
The Text-Message/E-Mail Alert System Appears to Have Worked
When the first armed suspect was spotted on the campus shortly after 8 a.m., university administrators rushed to send out messages via e-mail and text to alert students and faculty to stay away.
Text at 8:28 a.m.
"Armed subject reported last seen at Perry Castaneda Library on 9/28/2010. Details to follow."
E-mail at 8:57 a.m.
"At this time, UT Alert has sent a message of an armed subject near Perry Castenada Library. Details to follow. UTPD has informed Housing and Food to go into complete lock down and for residents and staff to shelter in place until further notice."
Text at 8:58 a.m.
"Again, armed subject reported at Perry Castaneda Library. Shelter in place. Stay where you are at. More information to follow."
E-mail at 9:53 a.m.
In the interest of keeping you up to date on the current emergency, I want you to know that the campus remains locked down. All students, faculty, staff and visitors should stay indoors and continue to follow instructions (from loudspeakers, email, text messages and uniformed police officers). You will be notified when the situation becomes stable.
The armed suspect is dead. No other injuries have been reported.
All organized classes for today, September 28, are canceled.
Please continue to monitor e-mail and the UT home page for updates. Thank you for your cooperation. Bill Powers, president
E-mail at 10:01 a.m.
"The university is closed. A suspected shooter in PCL library is dead. Law enforcement are searching for a second suspect. If you are off campus, STAY AWAY. If you are on campus, lock doors, do not leave your building." The road is closed at San Jacinto and Martin Luther King Jr. boulevards. Capital Metro has suspended shuttle bus service on and around campus due to the incident. For more information, people are directed to call 1-866-651-9400. Add Comments>>
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