UPDATE 2: Police have arrested and charged a suspect in connection with this incident.
UPDATE: Police have confirmed that one of the victims is a student and is in stable condition. The other two victims were not students and are also in stable condition.
Original story below…
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TOWSON, MD—Authorities are on the scene of an early-morning triple shooting that was reported at Towson University.
Three individuals were transported to local hospitals after being shot on the campus at just after 2 a.m. on Saturday.
The victims were at a gathering in the center of campus when the shooting occurred. The victims are expected to survive. At this point, it appears the shooting was an isolated incident.
The route for Saturday morning’s Charles Street12-Mile Run had to be altered due to significant police activity.
Towson University sent the following alert to students:
Dear Towson University students, faculty and staff —
At approximately 2 a.m. on Saturday three people were shot while part of a group of people gathered in Freedom Square, a location in the academic part of TU’s campus. None of the injuries were life-threatening.
Towson University’s Office of Public Safety continues to work closely with Baltimore County Police as the investigation into this incident continues and the victims identified.
At this time, the scene is secure; however, we’re encouraging everyone, including all students, to remain away from the academic part of campus as police activity is ongoing.
As more information unfolds, we will provide updates through Towson University Communications and social media. Please take a moment today to sign up for our public safety text alert service.
Staff through the Division of Student Affairs, Counseling Center and Residence Life is on campus and providing support for our students and community. Counseling and support services are available through the TU Counseling Center at 410-704-2512.
Thank you for supporting one another during this most difficult time.
Sincerely,
Kim Schatzel, Ph.D.
President
Vernon Hurte, Ph.D.
Vice President for Student Affairs
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski issued the following statement:
We are committed to keeping all of our residents safe, including those in our college communities. This act of violence on one of our campuses is extremely troubling.
Baltimore County Police responded quickly to assist Towson University police and are working diligently to investigate.
I encourage anyone with any information about this case to contact the Baltimore County Police Department at 410-307-2020.
Anonymous tips can also be sent via Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP.
Residence hall staff is standing by to provide support for residential students. Counseling and support services are available for students through the TU Counseling Center at 410-704-2512.
— Towson University (@TowsonU) September 4, 2021
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