GAINESVILLE, Fla. – The University of Florida Police Department is investigating an incident involving a shot fired early Thursday.
UF police said around 11:15 a.m., officers responded to a call from a resident of Sorority Row who reported a shot had been fired through a closed window, striking indoor window shutters.
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UF police and the Gainesville Police Department responded to the incident as an “immediate and ongoing threat to campus.”
According to police, officers searched the area and spoke with potential witnesses who reported not hearing the sound of a gunshot recently. However, some residents of Sorority Row reported having heard a “pop” sometime between 1:30 a.m. and 2:30 a.m.
After securing the area and conducting a search, officers determined there was a time delay between when the incident happened and when the bullet was found.
Police said they were not aware of any injuries to any person as a result of this incident.
UF police said while there is no ongoing threat to campus, the investigation is ongoing. In addition, UFPD said it increased patrols in the area in response to the incident.
Anyone who believes they may have seen something or heard something is asked to call 352-392-1111.