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 02:02, 21 May 2025 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. READ MORE: Alabama tornado: Emergency declared as 'deadly' twister tears through

US state: 'Take cover now!'READ MORE: Key update on New Orleans jail break fiasco which saw 10 inmates make daring escape 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." Article continues below 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 [email protected]. * 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 provide free, life-saving treatment for suicidal men, and those identifying as male, in the North East. Men can refer

themselves or be referred by a professional including those working in health and community services, or by a friend or family