UNO Shooting: University of Nebraska Omaha Campus False Active Shooter Report

 Following a major emergency response that was subsequently confirmed to be a swatting event, claims of an active shooter sparked a heavy police presence on the University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO) campus Friday evening.

Following a 911 call indicating that several individuals had been shot in an ongoing active shooter incident, Omaha Police Department officers and Omaha Fire Department personnel were sent to 6401 University Drive at approximately 5 p.m., according to the Omaha Police Department.

After swiftly securing the area, responding units searched the university's facilities thoroughly. Authorities verified that there were no victims or signs of gunfire on campus following a comprehensive search.

Subsequently, police concluded that the claim was untrue and in line with a swatting call, which is a purposeful fake meant to provoke an armed police reaction.

In a brief statement, Omaha Police said, "Officers reacted swiftly to assure the safety of children and staff." Following an investigation, no victims or threats were found. It seems that the call was a bogus report.

Students and faculty were advised to remain indoors during the initial response by UNO officials. The university verified that campus operations could safely restart when the all-clear was granted.

Classes and activities were momentarily suspended as a precaution, and no injuries were recorded.

The person who made the phony call is currently being sought by authorities. Because swatting instances put law enforcement and emergency responders at peril, they are regarded as significant criminal acts that frequently result in federal charges.