Suspect In Custody After Shelter-In-Place Order Given At UMass Amherst

The incident took place Tuesday, Oct. 26, according to Ed Blaguszewski, executive director of Strategic Communications at UMass.

An all-clear was issued shortly after a campus emergency alert was sent to staff and students, reported 22News.

The original message said:

“Hostile armed person reported near UHS. Shelter in place and stay indoors. Wait for an all-clear signal.”

Blaguszewski told 22News a suspect is in custody. 

 “UMass Amherst Alerts: All clear. Party is in custody. Resume normal activities. All clear.” 

University Health Services is a medical clinic on campus.

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