Chicago police and Northwestern University police responded to a report of shots fired at Northwestern’s downtown campus Monday evening, according to a safety alert.

       Chicago police later said nobody had been injured, but that witnesses observed a woman fire a handgun once during a large fight in the street among several people, who then fled the scene.

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       Shots were fired outside Kellogg Wieboldt Hall on Chicago Avenue, an alert texted to university affiliates said. Recipients were advised to seek shelter and await further information.

       By 9:30 p.m., the campus had been secured and assailants were in custody, the alert said.

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       In a 10:24 p.m. update, Chicago police said no offenders were in custody.

       University representatives confirmed the campus was clear in a 10:30 p.m. email and said further information would come from Chicago police.

       This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

       Originally Published: Nov 27, 2023 at 9:28 pm