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Person detained after University of Utah campus threat alert

By Fox 13 · October 22, 2026 · 1 min read
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SALT LAKE CITY — One person was detained by police after an alert was sent late Wednesday warning of an alleged threat on the University of Utah campus. Students and school staff were also warned to expect a heavy police presence. No injuries were reported during the incident.

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