At least three students were injured in a shooting that occurred near the University of Iowa campus early Sunday morning, according to local police and university officials.

The incident prompted an immediate emergency response, with first responders quickly arriving at the scene. The University of Iowa issued an alert to the campus community confirming that victims had been identified and that emergency personnel were actively responding to the situation.

Police have confirmed multiple injuries from the shooting, though the exact number of victims and the extent of their injuries have not been fully disclosed. The incident occurred in the early morning hours on Sunday in an area near the university campus.

University officials activated their emergency alert system to inform students, faculty, and staff about the ongoing situation. The alert confirmed that first responders were on scene and that there were confirmed victims from the incident.

Authorities have not yet released information about potential suspects or the circumstances that led to the shooting. The investigation remains ongoing as police work to determine the details surrounding the incident.