Texas State University students got an early-morning jolt when police rushed to a disturbance outside Blanco Hall that officials say may have involved a firearm. Officers arrived at about 1:52 a.m., secured the area, and found one person with a minor injury that investigators say was not from a gunshot. University officials say there is no ongoing threat to the campus.
Timeline and initial response
Officers were called to Blanco Hall after reports of a dispute and immediately began searching the area while talking with witnesses and collecting evidence. Investigators told reporters they believe a firearm may have been involved but reiterated that the injured person was not shot and that the scene had been secured, as reported by the Austin American-Statesman.
Suspect description and scene
Police are looking for a male with curly hair and a tattoo on his left hand, who was last seen wearing a gray hoodie and black pants, according to The University Star. Officials have not said whether he is a Texas State student, and the case remains active.
Campus alerts and how to help
The university did not send its campuswide email about the incident until just before noon, hours after the overnight response. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Texas State University Police Department at 512-245-2805, the Austin American-Statesman noted.
Student reaction and next steps
Students and bystanders later posted photos of boarded-up doors and described a heavy police presence at Blanco Hall, fueling calls for faster and clearer communication from campus officials. The University Star published photos from the scene and noted that both city and campus investigators are continuing to work the case while asking the public to come forward with any tips.
