A faculty member was shot and killed at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill on Monday afternoon, and a suspect is in custody.
The shooting occurred at Caudill Laboratories, a science building on campus, at around 1:02 p.m. ET. The suspect was taken into custody shortly after 2:30 p.m.
The names of the victim and the suspect have not been released. The motive for the shooting is also unknown.
The university issued a shelter-in-place order for the campus after the shooting, and classes and campus activities were canceled for Monday and Tuesday. The lockdown was lifted at around 4:15 p.m.
University police are still investigating the shooting.
The killing is a tragedy for the UNC-Chapel Hill community. The university is a place of learning and discovery, and it is a safe and welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff.
This shooting is a reminder that violence can happen anywhere, and it is important to be vigilant and to take precautions to stay safe.
The university is committed to providing support to those who have been affected by the shooting. Counseling services are available to students, faculty, and staff.
The university is also working to rebuild the sense of trust and safety that has been damaged by this tragedy. The university will continue to work with law enforcement to investigate the shooting and to bring the perpetrator to justice.
The university is also committed to taking steps to prevent future shootings. The university will review its security procedures and make any necessary changes.
The university is a strong and resilient community. The university will get through this tragedy together.
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