Auburn University announced an all-clear on Wednesday, August 27, after a false threat report near the Ralph Brown Draughon Library prompted a heavy police response.
According to officials, the emergency call was a swatting incident—a hoax designed to trigger an armed law enforcement response.
“There was never any danger to students or ”staff,”—officials confirm.
Auburn Police immediately responded to a false report of a possible threat on campus. Following a thorough search, authorities determined there was no threat to the Auburn University community. pic.twitter.com/NQZOtBwoPh
— AU Campus Safety (@AuburnSafety) August 27, 2025
Tank breaks news: rumors of a school shooter at Auburn University pic.twitter.com/caE3LEgZH7
— Tank Evans (@Tank___Evans) August 27, 2025
Police Respond, Campus Returns to Normal
Auburn Police quickly arrived at the scene after receiving the report of a possible threat. Officers conducted a thorough search of the area and determined there was no active threat to the Auburn University community.
“Following the investigation, authorities confirmed the call was a hoax, and campus activities have resumed as normal.” — University Officials
What Is Swatting?
Swatting refers to making a false emergency call to draw armed law enforcement to a specific location. Authorities warn that such hoaxes waste critical resources and can endanger lives.
