Omaha Police Investigate Swatting Incident At UNO’s Criss Library
OMAHA, NE — Omaha police confirmed Friday that a heavy law enforcement response at the University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO) was triggered by a swatting incident — a false report designed to prompt a large emergency reaction.
Large Police Response To False Report
The Omaha Police Department said officers were dispatched around 5 p.m. Friday after receiving a report of a shooter at the Criss Library on UNO’s Dodge Campus. Within minutes, multiple police units, university security, and fire crews arrived to secure the area.
Investigators quickly determined the report was false and classified it as a swatting call — an increasingly common hoax tactic targeting schools, universities, and public spaces nationwide.
“There is no active threat to the public,” Omaha police said in a statement posted to social media. “We appreciate the cooperation of students, staff, and community members as officers worked to ensure everyone’s safety.”
There was a large police response this afternoon to the University of Nebraska at Omaha campus following reports of an active incident.
University and local law enforcement quickly responded and confirmed there is no active threat on campus.
🧵1/2 pic.twitter.com/5LEhEe32ku— Omaha Police Dept (@OmahaPolice) October 4, 2025
UNO Issues Statement
The University of Nebraska Omaha released a message thanking the campus community for their patience and praising the quick actions of first responders.
“I want to express my gratitude to students, faculty, staff, community members, OPD officers, UNPPSD officers, UNPPSD Dispatch, the Omaha Fire Department, and Douglas County 911 Dispatch for their quick action, support, and leadership,” the university’s statement read.
No injuries were reported, and campus operations have since returned to normal.
Growing Concern Over Swatting Calls
The FBI and local agencies have warned that swatting incidents are on the rise nationwide, often targeting schools and universities with false threats of violence. These calls can lead to large-scale evacuations, emotional distress, and wasted emergency resources.
Officials urge the public to report any suspicious online threats and remind residents that making a false emergency report is a serious crime under both state and federal law.
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