India, Nov. 8 -- Gunfire was heard multiple blocks away from the University of Iowa on Friday, prompting a shelter in place to be issued. The University of Iowa is at IA 52242, Iowa City.

The initial alert read "Gunshots in the area of Burlington and Governor suspect heading EB avoid the area and shelter in place. police on scene." The first alert went out at 1:51 pm.

It added that the gunfire had originated off campus. "Please remain vigilant, shelter in place, and report any suspicious activity by calling 911," it further said. The alert also stated the suspect from Burlington and Governor fled westbound on foot. "Shelter in place and avoid the area," it said.

The University of Iowa had sent out a Hawk Alert on Friday alerting those ...