Campus Alert Updates
During campus emergencies or incidents, the UD Alert system will be used for rapid response. This page will serve as a place for additional updates, resources and closures.
UD Alert, UD's primary emergency notification tool, allows UD to send emergency messages within minutes. UD Alert is activated only during major emergencies, situations where there is an imminent danger to the safety and welfare of students, faculty and staff, or if a state of emergency is declared.
October 31, 2026: Newark Police Investigating Shooting on Main Street
UPDATE: Nov. 1, 2026, 11:29 a.m.: Email from President Carlson to all UD students, faculty and staff "Standing Together"
UPDATE: Nov. 1, 2026, 7:13 a.m.: Email from President Carlson to all UD students, faculty and staff
UPDATE: Nov. 1, 2026, 5:45 a.m.:
The Newark Police Department has provided an update regarding the shooting that occurred late last night (Newark PD press release). Six victims were shot, and all were transported to local hospitals. The investigation remains active as Newark Police work to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Main Street is now open. The University of Delaware Police Department assisted with the emergency response and is coordinating with local law enforcement.
The Newark Police Department is asking the public for assistance.
Anyone who has video footage or photos related to the incident is encouraged to submit it through the Evidence Link provided below or by scanning the accompanying QR code. Your assistance may provide investigators with valuable information.
Anyone with additional information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Paige Klein at 302-366-7100 ext. 3480 or by email at pklein@newark.de.us.
Additional methods for providing information to Newark Police can be found on their tips page, where reward information may also be available.
Further updates, when available, will be posted on this page.
UPDATE: Nov. 1, 2026, 1:40 a.m.: The Newark Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred in the area of E Main Street and Choate Street on October 31, 2026, at approximately 11:13 PM (Newark PD Press Release). Officers remain on scene conducting an active investigation. Main Street remains closed from Library Avenue through Academy Street while officers conduct their investigation. Avoid the area until further notice. Students who live in the area and need assistance getting to their residence should call UDPD (302-831-2222). Status updates will be provided here as soon as available.
**UD Alerts were sent to the campus community at 11:29 p.m. (10/31), 1:40 a.m., and 5:50 a.m. (11/1)**
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions will be updated as more information becomes available.
Newark Police have indicated that there is no ongoing threat to the community. If that changes, UD will notify the campus community.
Newark Police is leading the investigation, and UDPD is assisting as requested.
Please contact Detective Paige Klein at 302-366-7100 ext. 3480 or by email at pklein@newark.de.us.
Anyone with video footage or photos related to the incident is encouraged to submit it through the Evidence Link by scanning the QR code.
The Newark Police Department has not released information about the victims or those who may have been involved in the shooting.
In-person walk-in support will be available for students on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, between 1- 4 p.m. in Warner Hall.
The Center for Counseling & Student Development will reopen on Monday. In-person support is available from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Students can walk in or book in advance.
For unscheduled walk-in support, students should come to 305 Warner Hall and request to speak with a counselor. For in-person appointments, students can use the web-booking feature in the UD Health Portal.
Virtual mental health support is available to students 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through TimelyCare, UD’s telehealth partner that is free of charge to all students.
For UD employees, the University provides a number of mental health and wellness resources as well as access to personalized expert care and support through HealthAdvocate.
We will continue to share information on the Campus Alerts page as confirmed information becomes available.
Resources
In-person walk-in support will be available for students on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026 between 1-4 PM in Warner Hall. The Center for Counseling & Student Development will re-open on Monday. In person support is available from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Students can walk in or book in advance. For unscheduled walk-in support, students should come to 305 Warner Hall and request to speak with a counselor. For in-person appointments, students can use the web-booking feature in the UD Health Portal.
Virtual mental health support is available to students 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through TimelyCare, UD’s telehealth partner that is free of charge to all students. TimelyCare provides scheduled counseling and on-demand 24/7/365 virtual support with licensed professionals through its TalkNow service. TimelyCare offers translation services and access to its TalkNow service while in the U.S. and abroad.
For UD employees, the University provides a number of mental health and wellness resources as well as access to personalized expert care and support through HealthAdvocate.