Active Shooter at Western Illinois University

Police Officer Takes Down Suspect

Macomb, IL -

A police officer at Western Illinois University (WIU) took down an active shooter on campus Tuesday afternoon, university officials said.

The incident began at approximately 1:30 p.m. when a gunman opened fire in a classroom building on the Macomb campus.

A WIU police officer who was nearby responded to the scene and engaged the suspect in a shootout.

• The officer shot and wounded the suspect, who was taken into custody.
• No other injuries were reported.

The suspect was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

The university is currently on lockdown as police investigate the incident.

Students and staff are being asked to shelter in place until further notice.

The motive for the shooting is still under investigation.

This is a developing story. More information will be released as it becomes available.