Crime
Possible Active Shooter Reported at University of Tennessee–Chattanooga
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) has placed its campus on immediate lockdown following reports of a possible active shooter incident.
According to university officials, the report originated from the University Center and/or the UTC Library.
Students, faculty, staff, and visitors are being directed to shelter in place immediately and to follow the safety protocol: Run. Hide. Fight.
Emergency notifications have been issued via calls, texts, and campus alert systems, urging everyone to avoid the area and remain secured until further instructions are provided.
911 callers reported seeing a man dressed in dark clothing carrying a gun.
All individuals on the UTC campus should remain on lockdown. Do not move unless directed by law enforcement.
Campus facilities are currently being searched by police.
Law enforcement officers are actively responding, and the situation remains fluid.
Authorities emphasize that no one should attempt to enter the UTC campus until an all-clear has been issued.
Further updates will be provided as soon as new information becomes available.
Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Saturday morning during a domestic altercation at an apartment on Mel Smith Road, located in an unincorporated area outside New Albany.
The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) received the initial emergency call at approximately 5:39 a.m. on November 15, 2025, reporting a disturbance involving family members.
While officers were en route, additional information indicated that shots had been fired inside the residence.
Upon arrival, deputies encountered a domestic situation involving a mother and her two adult sons.
Officers immediately secured the scene and began administering medical aid to one of the men who had sustained gunshot wounds.
The second male remained at the location and cooperated fully with responding officers.
The injured individual was transported to a nearby hospital; however, he later died as a result of his injuries.
Detectives with the Floyd County Criminal Investigations Division (CID) have taken over the case and processed the scene for evidence.
Early findings suggest the shooting may have occurred in self-defense, though officials emphasize that the investigation is still in its preliminary stages.
The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that the incident was isolated and that there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Authorities state that additional updates will be released as the investigation progresses and more information becomes available.
The case remains active.