Southern Utah University and Iron County Schools on Lockdown Following Suspicious Phone Call About Active Shooter
Southern Utah University and Iron County Schools on Lockdown Following Suspicious Phone Call About Active Shooter
Lockdown at Southern Utah University & Iron County Schools due to a suspicious phone call alerting of an active shooter.
Southern Utah University (SUU) in Cedar City and several schools in the Iron County School District were placed on lockdown Thursday morning following a suspicious phone call claiming an active shooter was on the university campus. As of 9:45 a.m., no injuries or shots fired had been confirmed. The university received reports of noises resembling gunshots at the Science Building and immediately initiated lockdown procedures, advising those on campus to seek shelter in the nearest room and lock the doors.
University and School District Respond to Potential Threat
SUU’s alert system sent out the first warning at 9:36 a.m., later providing a description of a potential suspect: a white male, aged 20-25, wearing a black hat, black shades, a green t-shirt, and blue jeans, with long hair. Authorities released this information as they investigated the scene, urging individuals not on campus to stay away.
In response to the incident, the Iron County School District implemented a “secure action” protocol at Cedar High School, Canyon View Middle School, Three Peaks Elementary and preschool, Iron Springs Elementary, Fiddlers Elementary, Enoch Elementary, and East Elementary School. All doors were locked, and no one was permitted to enter or exit the buildings, although classes continued uninterrupted.
A student on campus reported being in class when the emergency alert was received, prompting the immediate locking of doors. The sound of a helicopter overhead was also noted, indicating the swift response of law enforcement to the potential threat.
No Shots Fired, Lockdown Continues
SUU officials later confirmed that the Science Building had been fully cleared and no shots were fired. However, all university facilities remained under lockdown as police continued their investigation. Students and faculty were advised to follow lockdown procedures and await further information from college officials or local authorities.
The decision to maintain the lockdown, despite the confirmation that no shots had been fired, highlights the cautious approach taken by the university and law enforcement to ensure the safety of students, faculty, and staff. The ongoing investigation aims to determine the credibility of the suspicious phone call and identify the individual responsible for the claim.
Investigation Underway and Community Impact
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