UIC warns students to avoid part of campus due to police activity

CHICAGO – The University of Illinois Chicago issued an alert Wednesday about police activity at Student Center East, urging people to avoid the area while authorities respond.

Police activity prompts UIC alert

What we know:

The activity was reported around 1 p.m. on the second-floor walkway between rooms 605 and 606 at 750 S. Halsted St., according to the university.

What we don’t know:

The university has not said what prompted police activity. There has been no word on any injuries or potential suspects.

What you can do:

UIC officials advised anyone already on campus to follow instructions from university officials or local authorities. Those who are not on campus were asked to avoid the area until further notice.

The university said additional updates would be provided as they become available. Tap here for more info.

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