Winston-Salem Police and University Police are searching for a suspect in a shooting at The Barn tonight. Police do not believe the suspect is on campus.
The shooting occurred around 1 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20.
Police have increased patrols of the campus and nearby areas.
A shooting victim has been taken to the hospital. Students off campus may return to campus now. No one is permitted to come to The Barn area. Residents of Palmer and Piccolo should go to the University Police Department in Alumni Hall if they are trying to return to their residence hall.
Our first priority is to ensure the health and safety of those on our campus. Updates will appear on this website as soon as possible.
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