ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A report of an “armed shooter” on the University of Georgia campus appears to be a hoax, according to campus police.

The school said the shooter was reported “in the area of the Main Library” at 8:51 p.m. Friday.

At 9:34 p.m., UGA police said “evidence suggests a hoax.”

“At approximately 8:45 pm the UGA Police Department Communications Center received a call of a shooter in the area of the UGA Library. Officers quickly responded and searched the area. A preliminary investigation suggests the event was a hoax, but officers remain in the vicinity to investigate and collect information,” police said.

People are encouraged to avoid the area.

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The report comes the night before the Georgia football team opens the season against Marshall. Thousands of people are expected to attend the game. Many have come from out of town to attend.

Clark Atlanta University also received a report of an “active shooter” Friday night. Clark Atlanta police determined that call was also a hoax.

This is a developing story. Check back with Atlanta News First for updates.

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