Update: Situation at Regent and Park Streets resolved; campus operations back to normal
Update (1:20 p.m., Sept. 28): The incident involving an armed robbery on the campus border has been resolved.
A suspect is in custody and the area can return to normal operations.
The Offices of the Bursar and Registrar will be closed for the rest of the afternoon.
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Original notice (12:30 p.m., Sept. 28): At approximately 11:40 a.m., an armed robbery occurred in the City of Madison, along the border of the university.
The suspect was seen entering the 21 N. Park Street Administration building (see map). Smith and Ogg Hall, two residence halls were immediately locked and a search of 21 North Park Street began.
The suspect is described as a 30-ish black male, around 5 ft. 6 inches with a slender build and scruffy facial hair. He was last seen wearing a blue long sleeve shirt, tan pants and construction boots.
Students and staff are asked to remain out of the area. Students in the Ogg and Smith Halls should find shelter in a safe place. Persons in or around 21 N. Park St. should follow the on-scene police instructions.
Tune to local media or visit the university homepage for additional information.