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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Yahoo
UW-Platteville shooting incident, 2 dead; officials release new info
The Brief UW-Platteville officials released new information about a fatal shooting at the school on Monday, May 19. Two people, an assistant resident director and a resident, died as a result of the shooting. Police are investigating the circumstances that led to the shooting. PLATTEVILLE, Wis. - The University of Wisconsin-Platteville released more information on Tuesday, May 20 tied to the fatal shooting at Wilgus Hall, a student residence hall. What we know On Monday afternoon, May 19, UW-Platteville Police Department responded to a call at Wilgus Hall, a student residence hall, for a disturbance. When police arrived at the hall, officers from UW-Platteville Police Department found two individuals injured, suffering from gunshot wounds. A news release says one of the individuals was identified as Kelsie Martin, 22. Martin was transported to Southwest Health, and then Med-flighted to UW Hospital, where she was pronounced dead. Martin was the Wilgus Hall Assistant Resident Director and a psychology major from Beloit. Based upon preliminary autopsy findings, Martin was determined to have died by gunshot wound. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android The second individual was identified as Hallie Helms, 22, who died at the scene. Based on preliminary autopsy findings, Helms was determined to have died by self-inflicted gunshot wound. Helms was a Wilgus Hall resident and an elementary education major from Baraboo. No other people are suspected to have been involved in the incident. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of the two individuals. Officials are asking for anyone with information on this incident to contact the UW-Platteville Police Department at 608-342-1584. What we know Counseling resources are available to the UW-Platteville community. University Counseling will be offering walk-in urgent sessions with a counselor, Wednesday through Friday from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. In addition, a toll-free emotional support line is available at 844.602.6680 or 720.272.0004, staffed by mental health professionals. The line will be available overnight through Wednesday. Another resource is the free, confidential UW Mental Health 24/7 line at 888.531.2142. Mantra Health is also available to students. SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 News Final exams for the remainder of the week were canceled. Any students with questions are asked to contact the Dean's office for their individual college. A frequently asked questions website is available to anyone seeking additional resources. The Source The information in this post was provided by the University of Wisconsin-Platteville.
Daily Mirror
21-05-2025
- Daily Mirror
Two university students dead in 'targeted and isolated' campus shooting
A tragedy unfolded on a university campus Monday, May 18, after two 22-year-old female students died from gunshot wounds Terrified university students were put into a complete lockdown on Monday, after police received reports of gunfire on campus. In the shooting at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, two 22-year-old female students died from gunshot wounds. The tragic incident has been described as "targeted and isolated," with American police not seeking anyone else in relation to the deaths of the students, Kelsie Martin and Hallie Helms, at the on-site residence Wilgus Hall. A 911 call was made about the gunfire just before 4pm, prompting a variety of emergency services to rush to the scene. "It was determined relatively soon that it was not an active, ongoing threat," the university's Police Chief Joe Hallman said in the aftermath. Students in libraries and lecture halls were advised to shelter in place for an hour while cops investigated the circumstances of the shooting. Paramedics initially transported Kelsie to Southwest Health, from where she was taken by helicopter to UW Hospital, where she was pronounced dead. The 22-year-old worked as the Resident Director at Wilgus Hall, as well as a psychology major. Hallie Helms lived at Wilgus Hall resident and was an elementary education major. Preliminary autopsy results from the two University of Wisconsin-Platteville students showed that Kelsie Martin had tragically died from a gunshot wound, while Hallie Helms' gunshot wound was self-inflicted. Police have confirmed they are not looking for anyone else in connection with the two deaths and that both of their families have been notified. All final exams scheduled for this week have been cancelled in light of the tragedy, with the university offering free counselling sessions to affected students that will run through the summer. Chancellor Tammy Evetovich told students that, in light of the deaths of Helms and Martin, they should "Please take the time to take care of yourself and others." If you need support for your mental health the following resources are available The NHS Choices website lists the following helplines and support networks for people to talk to. Samaritans (116 123 in UK and Ireland) operates a 24-hour service available every day of the year. If you prefer to write down how you're feeling, or if you're worried about being overheard on the phone, you can email Samaritans at jo@ Childline (0800 1111) runs a helpline for children and young people in the UK. Calls are free and the number won't show up on your phone bill. PAPYRUS (0800 068 41 41) is a voluntary organisation supporting teenagers and young adults who are feeling suicidal. Mind (0300 123 3393) is a charity based in England providing advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. They campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding. Students Against Depression is a website for students who are depressed, have a low mood or are having suicidal thoughts. Bullying UK is a website for both children and adults affected by bullying. If U Care Share is a suicide prevention and postvention support charity. For free confidential text support text IUCS to 85258. James' Place
