Wayne State University officials confirmed that a shooting incident occurred late Tuesday night inside the Chatsworth Suites residence hall on the university’s Detroit campus, prompting an immediate shelter-in-place order for students and staff. The alert was issued shortly before 10 p.m. on January 27 as a precaution while law enforcement worked to secure the area and investigate the situation. The order was lifted early Wednesday morning after authorities determined there was no ongoing threat to the campus or surrounding community.
According to Wayne State University Police and Detroit police officials, the incident stemmed from a dispute between individuals who were known to one another. During the confrontation, a single gunshot was fired inside the residence hall. Investigators confirmed that all individuals believed to be directly involved in the incident had left the building before officers arrived at the scene.
Police responding to the call conducted a thorough sweep of the residence hall and surrounding area. A firearm was recovered inside the building as part of the investigation. At this time, authorities have not confirmed whether anyone was struck by the gunfire, and officials stated that determining whether injuries occurred remains part of the ongoing investigation.
The shelter-in-place order was implemented as a safety measure while officers canvassed the area, interviewed witnesses, and ensured there was no immediate danger. Campus safety officials emphasized that there is no indication the shooting was random. Instead, preliminary findings suggest the incident was isolated and related to a personal dispute, rather than an act of targeted or widespread violence.
Chatsworth Suites, located near the intersection of 3rd Avenue and Warren Avenue in Midtown Detroit, houses Wayne State students and is situated in a busy area near academic buildings and student facilities. The presence of police and emergency vehicles was noticeable throughout the evening as authorities worked to stabilize the situation and reassure the campus community.
By around midnight, university officials announced that the shelter-in-place order had been lifted and that normal campus operations could resume. Students were encouraged to remain cautious and to utilize campus safety resources if they had concerns or needed support following the incident.
Wayne State University administration urged anyone with additional information related to the shooting to contact campus police or Detroit law enforcement. Officials also reminded students and staff to stay alert, report suspicious activity, and make use of available safety tools, including campus alert systems.
The investigation remains active, and authorities indicated that further updates will be shared as more details become available.