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Shots Fired Near Curry College Prompt Shelter-in-Place Order

Curry College campus with emergency safety signage

Curry College, Milton, October 27, 2025

News Summary

Early Sunday morning, shots were reported near Curry College on Brush Hill Road, prompting an immediate shelter-in-place order that lasted just over an hour. Milton police discovered ballistic damage to two vehicles and additional evidence in the campus parking lot with no reported injuries. Investigators confirmed there is no ongoing threat to the community, and operations have returned to normal. The Milton Police Department is currently investigating the incident and is seeking information from witnesses.

Milton

Shots fired were reported near Curry College early Sunday, prompting a campus-wide shelter-in-place order and a police investigation. The order was issued shortly after 1 a.m. and lifted just after 2 a.m. Responding officers found ballistic damage to two vehicles and additional ballistic evidence in a residence-hall parking lot. No injuries were reported, and investigators have said there is no continued threat to the campus community.

What happened

Reports of shots fired were received by Milton police early Sunday morning. The sound of shots was heard on Brush Hill Road, near a residence hall at Curry College. School officials issued a shelter-in-place order for the campus in response to the situation. The shelter-in-place order was initiated shortly after 1 a.m. and lifted just after 2 a.m..

Police response and findings

Milton police and campus safety officers responded immediately to the report. Responding officers found ballistic damage to two vehicles and additional ballistic evidence in the parking lot of the 886 Residence Hall. No injuries were reported in connection with the shooting incident. Initial information indicated that the individuals involved were not part of the Curry College community.

Campus status and communications

Students received an emergency notification regarding an active police investigation on campus. Campus operations have returned to normal following the incident. Investigators have stated there is no continued threat to the safety of the Curry College community.

Investigation and community impact

The Milton Police Department is conducting an ongoing investigation into the incident. Nearby residents reported hearing the gunshots, with one resident describing confusion about the sounds. Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact Milton police. Authorities continue to seek witnesses and any video or other evidence that could aid the investigation.

Background and context

Curry College maintains campus safety protocols that include emergency notifications and shelter-in-place procedures for violent incidents and other immediate threats. In this incident, those protocols were activated quickly and lifted after roughly an hour once officers had secured the area and completed an initial assessment. The discovery of ballistic evidence in a campus parking area has prompted a focused forensic and witness inquiry by local investigators.

What residents and students should know

At this time, officials have confirmed no ongoing risk to campus safety. Normal campus activities have resumed, but investigators are asking anyone who may have seen activity near Brush Hill Road or the 886 Residence Hall parking lot around the time of the incident to contact Milton police. Providing any photos, video, or observations could assist the active investigation.

FAQ

What was reported?

Reports of shots fired were received by Milton police early Sunday morning.

Where were the shots heard?

The sound of shots was heard on Brush Hill Road, near a residence hall at Curry College.

What action did the school take?

School officials issued a shelter-in-place order for the campus in response to the situation.

When was the shelter-in-place issued and lifted?

The shelter-in-place order was initiated shortly after 1 a.m. and lifted just after 2 a.m.

Were there any injuries?

No injuries were reported in connection with the shooting incident.

What damage was found?

Responding officers found ballistic damage to two vehicles and additional ballistic evidence in the parking lot of the 886 Residence Hall.

Were the individuals involved part of the college community?

Initial information indicated that the individuals involved were not part of the Curry College community.

Who is investigating?

The Milton Police Department is conducting an ongoing investigation into the incident.

How were students informed?

Students received an emergency notification regarding an active police investigation on campus.

What is the current status of campus operations?

Campus operations have returned to normal following the incident.

Is there still a threat?

Investigators have stated there is no continued threat to the safety of the Curry College community.

What did nearby residents report?

Residents nearby reported hearing the gunshots, with one describing confusion about the sounds.

What should people do if they have information?

Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact Milton police.

Quick reference

Item Details
Location Brush Hill Road, near a residence hall at Curry College; parking lot of the 886 Residence Hall
Incident Reports of shots fired were received by Milton police early Sunday morning
Immediate action School officials issued a shelter-in-place order for the campus in response to the situation
Times The shelter-in-place order was initiated shortly after 1 a.m. and lifted just after 2 a.m.
Damage and evidence Responding officers found ballistic damage to two vehicles and additional ballistic evidence in the parking lot of the 886 Residence Hall
Injuries No injuries were reported in connection with the shooting incident
Investigation The Milton Police Department is conducting an ongoing investigation into the incident
Campus status Campus operations have returned to normal following the incident; investigators have stated there is no continued threat to the safety of the Curry College community
Action for witnesses Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact Milton police

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