Possible armed suspect near University Housing in Madison

MADISON (WITI) -- UW-Madison officials said via Twitter on Tuesday night, March 5th there is a police emergency in the area of Eagle Heights/University Houses.

Officials are advising people to stay away from the area, as there is a possible armed suspect in the area.

UW Police told FOX6 News they were on the scene Tuesday night of a possible shots fired call.

Dane County Dispatch reported five shots fired at 10 University Housing near Lake Mendota Drive in Madison.

Dispatch says two people may have been stopped to speak with police. Dispatch reported there may be an additional subject officials are looking for.

Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.