Czech Republic: Reported gunshots prompt police response at University of West Bohemia in Pilsen as of early evening Dec. 4 /update 1

Police are continuing their response to reports of gunshots on the campus of the University of West Bohemia (Zapodoceska Univerzita) in Pilsen as of the early evening of Dec. 4. Authorities evacuated buildings on campus and are reportedly conducting an extensive search operation. It remains unclear whether any shooting has actually taken place. Univerzitetni Street is closed near the incident site.

Law enforcement officers will likely continue their search operations in areas near the University of West Bohemia through the evening hours or until a suspect is apprehended. Transport disruptions related to police activity will likely continue during that time. Sporadic transport disruptions are likely throughout areas near the University of West Bohemia as police sweep the area.