Active shooter reported at University of Arkansas: 'Avoid the area'
- - Active shooter reported at University of Arkansas: 'Avoid the area'
Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY August 26, 2025 at 3:27 AM
An active shooter has been reported at the University of Arkansas, according to an alert from the school on Monday, Aug. 25.
"Avoid the area of Mullins Library due to an active shooter reported," the University posted on X, around noon.
USA TODAY has reached out to a university spokesperson. "We are unable to take your call at this time due to a potential campus emergency," the university media line's voicemail said just after noon ET.
It was not immediately known whether the threat had been deemed credible or if anyone was injured.
According to local NEWS5-TV the Fayetteville Police Department responded to the scene and were "clearing the library."
As of a 12:55 p.m. local time, the outlet said, no injuries had been reported.
USA Today has reached out to Fayetteville police.
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Fayetteville High School, not far from the university, also sent an alert to parents and guardians on Aug 25 indicating the school was on lockdown, USA TODAY confirmed.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at [email protected] and follow her on X @nataliealund.
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