WEST LONG BRANCH: Please be advised that the Monmouth University campus has been deemed safe. Based upon the diligent efforts of multiple law enforcement agencies, the initial information regarding an armed subject on campus and shots having been fired was unfounded.

Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago would like to thank the law enforcement personnel throughout the County who immediately responded and investigated the information that was reported. Prosecutor Santiago would also like to thank the response by the Monmouth University Police and Administration who, at all times, had the interests of the students and local community in mind. Lastly, thank you to the Monmouth University students who cooperated with the shelter in place order and allowed police to do their job to ensure their safety.