13 Nov 2023 | 05:43 PM UTC
US: Authorities confirm suspect in custody in connection with stabbing incident at Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, La., Nov. 13
Officials confirm suspect arrested after stabbing incident wounds multiple people at Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, La., US, Nov. 13.
Police have confirmed that a suspect is in custody in connection with a stabbing incident that wounded multiple people at the Lambright Sports and Wellness Center at Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, Louisiana, Nov. 13. Officials claim that the stabbing may have injured four people. Authorities have deployed to the scene of the stabbing and requested that the public avoid the area.
Officials will likely maintain a heightened security presence in the affected area over the coming hours. Transport and business disruptions cannot be ruled out.
Avoid the incident site until authorities give the all-clear. Confirm classes and appointments in advance if operating in Ruston Nov. 13. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area and any disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
