On Thursday, September 11, 2025, the University of Massachusetts Boston experienced a significant security scare following unconfirmed reports of gunfire on campus. The incident prompted a swift response from law enforcement, including Boston Police and Massachusetts State Police, who conducted thorough searches of the Residence Hall East area and surrounding buildings.
At approximately 3:40 p.m., UMass Boston issued an emergency alert advising students to remain in their dorms and avoid opening doors unless it was the police. The university also instructed students to avoid the Residence Hall East Building and the Campus Center area. Despite the extensive search, no evidence of gunfire or armed individuals was found, and no injuries were reported. By 5:11 p.m., the university declared the campus “all clear,” confirming there was no ongoing threat to the community. Boston.com
As a precautionary measure, all classes and campus activities were canceled for the remainder of the day. The university emphasized that the safety of students, faculty, and staff remained a top priority and that investigations into the source of the false alarm were ongoing. CBS News
This incident occurred amid heightened national concern over campus safety, following recent security threats at other U.S. universities. Authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to ensure the safety of all campus communities.
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