Thursday evening, around 6:21 PM, University of Michigan (“UM”) officials issued an Emergency Alert (UM EAlert) reporting a stabbing occurred near the intersection of Catherine Street and Zina Pitcher Place. The message advised the community to “Avoid Area” as authorities responded.
📍 Incident Details
The alert timestamped 6:21 PM indicated that two individuals had been injured in the incident.
The location—Catherine Street/Zina Pitcher Place—lies adjacent to central campus landmarks, including classrooms, residence halls, and administrative buildings.
At the time of the alert, specific details about the victims (such as their identities, current condition, or affiliation with UM) were not released.
Response Steps & Community Guidance
Students, staff, and visitors were instructed to remain away from the area immediately and await updates.
University of Michigan Police Department (UMPD) and Ann Arbor Police Department units were reported to be responding to secure the scene and provide emergency medical assistance.
No further official updates—including information about arrests, suspects, or broader campus restrictions—were shared in the initial alert.
Context & Precautions
Though serious in nature, the incident appears to involve a single isolated event, not a mass casualty situation.
As of now, no official follow-up statements or incident reports have been made publicly available.
Depending on the university’s protocols and local investigative process, more detailed information—such as victim status, suspect identity, or motive—may be released in the hours or days ahead.
What We Don’t Yet Know
The current condition of the injured individuals (e.g. stable, critical, recovered).
Whether the suspect(s) were detained, remain at large, or known to campus security.
The weapon used and the circumstances leading up to the attack.
Whether any warnings or communications preceded the incident.
Moving Forward
Monitor UM official channels (e.g. UM EAlert, UM Police social media, university website) for authoritative updates.
Members of the campus community are advised to stay cognizant of notifications and share any relevant information with authorities if they have witnessed or know anything about the event.
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