Two killed in shooting at University of North Carolina Charlotte

At least two people were killed and four injured in a shooting Tuesday at the University of North Carolina Charlotte.

The Mecklenburg Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency confirmed the figures on Twitter. The Associated Press reported that two of the injuries are life-threatening while the other two are not.{mosads}

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department confirmed that a suspect is in custody and that it does not believe anyone else is involved.

Scene secure. One in custody. No reason to believe anyone else involved.

CMPD and UNCC going room by room on campus to identify any students, faculty or others who may be sheltering in place.

— CMPD News (@CMPD) April 30, 2019

The university had urged students to seek shelter and remain in a safe location, noting that law enforcement officials were individually sweeping buildings.

NinerAlert: Shots reported near kennedy. Run, Hide, Fight. Secure yourself immediately. Monitor email and https://t.co/LxOefV3rbf

— UNCC OEM (@NinerAlerts) April 30, 2019

NinerAlert: Campus lockdown continues. Remain in a safe location. Monitor email and UNCC homepage.

— UNCC OEM (@NinerAlerts) April 30, 2019 

“Renee & I are heartbroken to see violence at my alma mater @unccharlotte. Grateful for the quick action of 1st responders & police. Our prayers are with victims, their families & the #49er community. I’ll continue to monitor the situation & pray for the safety of our campus #UNCC,” Rep. Richard Hudson (R), who represents the area, tweeted. 

Renee & I are heartbroken to see violence at my alma mater @unccharlotte. Grateful for the quick action of 1st responders & police. Our prayers are with victims, their families & the #49er community. I’ll continue to monitor the situation & pray for the safety of our campus #UNCC

— Richard Hudson (@RepRichHudson) April 30, 2019

Gov. Roy Cooper (D) also tweeted that he has been briefed on the shooting and is continuing to monitor the situation.

– Updated: 7:48 p.m.