Gunfire Near Notre Dame Leaves Multiple People Injured

Police said the officer may have been struck by a ricocheting bullet, while the other person shot was a woman; both were reported to be doing well.
The incident occurred away from Notre Dame Stadium, even as more than 75,000 fans were gathered for the rivalry game against Michigan State, according to the report.
The gunfire was reported at 7:37 p.m. at Eddy Street Commons, a retail and dining development directly adjacent to the southern boundary of campus.
South Bend police and Notre Dame police searched the southern edge of campus and surrounding areas, with South Bend police sending a large number of officers to the scene.
Gunfire near the University of Notre Dame campus in South Bend, Indiana, sent more than 75,000 football fans into lockdown on Saturday during a rivalry game against Michigan State. ABC7 Chicago reported that a police officer and a woman were shot around 7:37 p.m. at Eddy Street Commons, a shopping and dining area just south of campus, with both victims in stable condition.
Authorities searched the southern edge of campus after the suspected gunman, described as a heavy-set Black male in blue shorts and a black shirt, fled the area. NBC Chicago said as many as three people were injured, though reports differed on exact numbers. University officials kept stadium occupants in place and ordered others on campus to shelter in place while police hunted the shooter.
A South Bend police officer became the focus of the incident when gunfire erupted near Eddy Street Commons. ABC7 Chicago reported the officer may have been struck by a ricocheting bullet rather than a direct shot. The woman also shot was reported to be doing well, and at least one victim was transported to a hospital for treatment.
The shooting unfolded away from Notre Dame Stadium, where tens of thousands of fans gathered for the game. Daily Mail described terrifying scenes as the incident triggered immediate lockdown protocols. University officials told people inside the stadium to stay put and directed others on campus to shelter indoors while the search played out.
Police described the suspected gunman as a heavy-set Black male wearing blue shorts, a black shirt, and one white shoe. South Bend police sent a large number of officers to search the southern edge of campus and surrounding neighborhoods. Authorities later said the suspect had fled the campus area and advised people to stay away while the investigation continued.
Conflicting accounts emerged about how many people were hurt in the incident. ABC7 Chicago and WTHR said two people were shot—a police officer and a woman—both in stable condition. NBC Chicago reported as many as three people were injured. No arrests had been announced as of Saturday evening.
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