West Virginia University Police issued a Community Notice after a report of shots fired on Beverly Ave. just before 4 a.m. on Sunday (Aug. 27).
Morgantown Police are investigating the incident. No injuries were reported and there was no immediate threat in the area.
WVU is committed to providing a safe campus for the protection of the University community. University officials remind students to always remain aware of their surroundings, walk in well-lit areas and consider other personal safety tips, advice and services located at safety.wvu.edu and police.wvu.edu.
The following safety tips are designed to help avoid potential crime.
- Anyone who believes they are in danger should immediately call 911.
- If you witness a potentially dangerous situation or a crime, call 911 or WVUPD.
- Download WVU’s LiveSafe app.
- Always be aware of your surroundings.
- Know your neighborhood. Identify police and fire stations, libraries, emergency telephones – as well as the hours of operation of local stores and restaurants.
West Virginia University Resources:
- WVU Police Department – 911 | 304-293-2677 | 304-293-3136
- WVU CARE Team
- WVU Carruth Center – 304-293-4431
- WVU Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion – 304-293-5600
- WVU Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities – 304-293-8111
- WVU Faculty and Staff Assistance Program – 304-293-5590
- WVU Rape and Domestic Violence Information Center – 304-292-5100
- WVU Office of Campus and Community Life – 304-293-5611
- WVU Student Health – 304-285-7200
- WVU Division of Student Life – 304-293-5811
Students and employees are also encouraged to follow the WVU Safety and Wellness Facebook page and @WVUsafety on Twitter.
A Community Notice is part of WVU’s three-tiered emergency notification system used to enhance student and employee safety and provide useful information to the community.
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MEDIA CONTACT: Shauna Johnson
Director of News Communications
University Relations
304-293-8302; sjohns13@mail.wvu.edu
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