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Shooting at Illinois State University's Bone Student Center Leaves One Injured, Suspect at Large

Police continue searching for a suspect described as a slender Black male last seen fleeing the scene, as the campus remains under heightened security.

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Overview

  • Illinois State University issued emergency alerts Sunday night after reports of shots fired at the Bone Student Center.
  • One person was confirmed injured, though details on the severity of their injuries have not been disclosed.
  • The suspect, described as a slender Black male about 5-foot-10 with an afro and dressed in all black, was last seen running south from University and College streets.
  • The Bone Student Center remains closed as police and university officials canvass the area and secure the scene.
  • Authorities have not yet released details on the number of shots fired, and broader campus advisories remain in effect.