Increased Police Presence Near Folsom Field at CU Boulder Triggers Shelter-in-Place Alert

A significant police presence was observed around the Folsom Field area at the University of Colorado Boulder on Thursday, September 28, 2023. As a precautionary measure, law enforcement officials advised students to shelter in place. The University of Colorado Boulder Police Department, in collaboration with local law enforcement, issued the alert shortly before 9 a.m. Reports indicated ongoing police activity around the Folsom parking garage, prompting concerns regarding safety among the university community. In a tweet addressing the situation, the CU Boulder Police stated, ‘There is a strong police presence in the area. Please stay inside until we provide an all-clear.’ The cause of the police activity has not yet been disclosed, and the university has urged students to monitor official channels for updates. The situation is evolving, and further information is expected to be released as authorities investigate the circumstances leading to the heightened police presence.