Buckeye Alert: Active Shooter on campus. Run Hide Fight. Watts Hall. 19th and College.
— OSU Emergency Mngmnt (@OSU_EMFP) November 28, 2016
The danger appears to be over at Ohio State University in Columbus.
The University tweeted there was an active shooter on the campus this morning.
News reports say the suspect is dead and as many as eight people were taken to hospital.
At the height of the emergency students were advised find shelter.
However the University is now saying the scene is now secure and the shelter order has been lifted.
MEDIA: We are assisting @OSUPOLICE They are taking the lead on this active shooter situation. Continue to monitor social media for updates.
— Columbus Ohio Police (@ColumbusPolice) November 28, 2016