University Police and Clark Hall employees refuse to release any information regarding the man who pulled out a handgun in the South Campus gymnasium at 3 p.m. on Monday.
The whereabouts of the suspect, who is not affiliated with UB, have not been made public. However, UPD has a "strong lead" on who the suspect is, according to UB Spokesman John Della Contrada.
The perpetrator was last seen leaving the east side of Clark Hall. Della Contrada said it is believed the man left campus.
The incident was an isolated occurrence, and the university community is not at risk, UB Alert released at 8 p.m. on Monday. Students received the initial alert via email and text at 3:37 p.m.
The man pulled out a handgun during an argument regarding a pick-up basketball game, Della Contrada said. Whom he was arguing with is not public information at this time.
The suspect is described as a black male wearing a green and black hooded sweatshirt, grey shorts and black and white sneakers.
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