Winston-Salem Police responded to a shooting that occurred in the Joel Coliseum parking lot at 11:25 p.m. No one affiliated with Wake Forest is believed to be involved. Officers continue to respond with a visible law enforcement presence while the incident is being investigated. There is no current threat to the campus or the surrounding area.
What you may observe:
Increased police presence, including emergency vehicles
Temporary restrictions in or around the Coliseum
What to do in situations like this:
Call University Police at 336.758.5911 for emergencies and 336.758.5591 for non-emergencies to report suspicious activity
Avoid the area and follow instructions from law enforcement
Rely on official university communications for accurate information
This will be the final communication for this incident unless information relevant to the Wake Forest community becomes available. For updates, visit wakealert.wfu.edu.
Campus Emergencies
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University Police
- Call 911 from campus phone
- Call 336.758.5911 from cell phone or off-campus phone
For non-emergency contact information, visit the University Police website. Download the Wake Safe app for other options. If you wish to provide information anonymously, do so through “Silent Witness.”
Counseling
- WFU Counseling Center: 336.758.5273
- Chaplain: 336.758.5210
- Employee Assistance Program: 336.716.5493
Media
Call 336.758.5237 to reach University Marketing and Communications. Calls will be returned as the situation permits.
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