Murray, Ky.–Multiple shooting victims have been transported to the Murray-Calloway County Hospital after an incident this morning near the Murray State campus.
Earlier this morning, the Murray State Police Department and Murray City Police responded to the shooting incident at a property adjacent to campus and a shelter in place message was sent to MSU students immediately thereafter.
Murray Police have issued a press release saying they have responded to the 1500 block of Chestnut Street.
“The Murray Police Department is actively investigating a shooting in that area; we are requesting people avoid that area. An update will be provided as the investigation continues,” according to Sgt. Andrew Wiggins.
According to a press release from Murray State, the shooter is no longer a threat to the campus community. Multiple victims have been transported to the local hospital.
“At this time, we do not believe that the individuals were students or had any affiliation with Murray State University. There is no threat to the Murray State campus,” according to school officials.
Counseling services are available to our campus community at Elizabeth Residential Hall as well as University Counseling Services at 270-809-6851 or msu.counselingcenter@murraystate.edu.
Photo courtesy of Murray State News.