Police: No evidence of active shooter at University of Arkansas library

Police at the University of Arkansas say they found no evidence of gunfire or injuries after reports of an active shooter at the campus library Monday afternoon.

University officials said during a press conference that no active shooter was located and no one was hurt following the report at Mullins Library. Officers are continuing to clear buildings out of caution.

Authorities also said photos circulating online that appeared to show people being detained were not connected to the library incident.

The university’s alert system sent a message at 12:43 p.m. warning students and staff to avoid Mullins Library. The alert read: “RazALERT Emergency Notification: Avoid the area of Mullins Library due to an active shooter reported. Avoid. Deny. Defend.”

A new alert confirmed that there are no active threats.

"RazALERT Update: After investigating multiple reports, police have not confirmed any active threats on campus at this time. Avoid, deny, defend protocols have been lifted at this time while police continue to patrol campus, but please be vigilant.

Due to today's events, classes are cancelled for the remainder of day, but will resume Tuesday. Students are free to leave campus at this time if desired. Housing and most dining services remain open. Razorback Transit plans to continue routes."

This is a developing story and will be updated.