Crime & Safety

Erroneous Shots Fired Report Sent Out To Pepperdine Students

Campus police said the phone call, which was sent at about 9:45 p.m., was sent in error and there is no threat at the university.

(Emily Holland/Patch)

August 31, 2023

An erroneous shots fired call at Pepperdine's Calabasas campus was sent to students.

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Campus police said the phone call, which was sent at about 9:45 p.m., was sent in error and there is no threat at the university.

"We understand this was a concerning message to receive and realize this undoubtedly caused some distress. We sincerely regret this error. All Pepperdine campuses are safe and secure," a Pepperdine spokesperson said in a statement."

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