BREAKING: Active Shooter! Thomas Cooper Library at University of South Carolina in Columbia.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIgKPD0jdCs
Active shooter alert issued at University of South Carolina in Columbia'
Published on August 24, 2025
By Carlos Robles
An active shooter has been reported at the University of South Carolina’s Columbia campus, according to officials, though it remains unclear if an incident has taken place.
In an alert sent on Sunday evening, the university said the report involved Thomas Cooper Library. The suspect was described as a white male, about 6 feet tall, wearing black pants, and believed to still be in the area.
“Evacuate the area or seek safe shelter and barricade yourself in a safe area as necessary until further notice, the alert said. “Defend yourself if you encounter the suspect.”
It remains unclear if any shots have been fired or whether an incident has occurred. The university said public safety officials are on the scene.
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Video recorded near the campus captured a loudspeaker warning students and faculty about the active shooter alert, urging them to evacuate and defend themselves. Sirens could also be heard in the background.
https://bnonews.com/index.php/2025/08/active-shooter-alert-issued-at-university-of-south-carolina-in-columbia/
Unkown as yet, but this could possibly be a hoax - no evidence of a shooter at present
‘No evidence of active shooter’ at USC, campus asked to stay sheltered in place
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Multiple police departments responded Sunday to an active shooter situation on the campus of the University of South Carolina.
According to Carolina Alert, there was an active shooter at the Thomas Cooper Library on the Columbia campus.
At around 7:10 p.m., a Carolina Alert was issued saying there was no evidence of an active shooter, but police were still searching.
A shelter in place was also issued until there is an all clear given.
https://x.com/CarolinaAlert/status/1959755127226609697
https://www.live5news.com/2025/08/24/police-respond-active-shooter-usc-campus/