Active Shooter in Macomb, Illinois, Near Western Illinois University Campus
What Happened?
An active shooter situation is currently underway in Macomb, Illinois, near the campus of Western Illinois University (WIU).
WIU has issued a shelter-in-place order for all students and staff. The university urges everyone to remain indoors and avoid the area around the shooting.
Details of the Situation
The active shooter incident began at approximately 10:15 a.m. CST on Tuesday, August 8, 2023.
The location of the shooting is the Hanson Field Recreation Complex on the WIU campus.
There are currently no reported injuries or fatalities.
Police Response
Multiple law enforcement agencies are responding to the scene, including the Macomb Police Department and the Illinois State Police.
Law enforcement is asking the public to avoid the area and to follow the instructions of law enforcement officers.
Stay Informed
For the latest updates on this developing story, please follow official sources such as the Macomb Police Department and Western Illinois University. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available.
