Russia: Police responding to possible shooting near University Square Makhachkala late June 25

Authorities are responding to a possible shooting near the University Square in Makhachkala as of late June 25. According to preliminary information, an unknown attacker or attackers opened fire on police. Footage appears to show law enforcement officers swarming the area and asking the public to leave. Authorities in Leninsky District in Makhachkala are reportedly asking residents not to leave their homes.

This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.