'All clear' given for Kennesaw State campus after armed intruders report

KENNESAW, Ga. - Kennesaw State University students, faculty, and visitors were given the "all clear" about two hours after being told to shelter-in-place due to armed intruders on the Kennesaw campus.

The first alert was issued shortly after 6:20 p.m. asking people to seek shelter in a secure location after an incident which started off campus.

Shortly after, school officials sent an update saying the person was believed to be on campus and instructed students to lock their doors and windows.

Police officers from several jurisdictions helped to search and clear buildings on the campus.

"KSU Police and Cobb County PD conducted a comprehensive search of campus buildings and surrounding areas before KSU issued an all clear at 8:18 p.m. Cobb County PD continues to investigate the incident," a statement issued by KSU read in part.

It’s unclear whether they found a suspect or made any arrests.

Students were a bit on edge and expressed hopes that there would be more visible security on campus.

"I guess I would say so because you don’t really see campus police," said Nathaley Chery. "Anybody can just walk onto campus and do whatever they want." 

School officials say no shots were fired on campus and no injuries were reported.

"To easily communicate any safety needs, KSU students, faculty and staff are encouraged to use the LiveSafe app, which provides a direct connection to University Police," the KSU statement concluded.

The Cobb County Police Department is investigating.