A man has been taken to hospital after being shot with a crossbow on the University of Surrey campus.
Surrey Police was called to Manor Park Student Village in Guildford at around 10am on Thursday.
A 21-year-old former student at the university, who is a Saudi national, has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and is currently in police custody.
A man in his fifties is in a serious condition in hospital and his next of kin are aware and being supported by officers.
The University of Surrey said a member of its campus safety team had been “seriously injured”.
A South East Coast Ambulance Service spokesperson said the victim was airlifted to a London hospital for further medical treatment.
The emergency services remain on the scene and access to the Royal Surrey County Hospital is unaffected.
Chief Superintendent Jon Groenen said: “I appreciate that this incident will cause concern amongst our local communities, and I can reassure that we are not looking for anyone else in relation to this incident. We are working closely with the university as our investigation progresses.
“The suspect was detained at the scene shortly after the incident and an investigation is now underway to establish the circumstances of the assault.”
He continued: “The victim remains in a serious condition in hospital and his next of kin are aware and are being supported by officers.”
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information should contact Surrey Police quoting reference PR/45260065706 online or call the non-emergency number on 101. Those who would prefer to give information anonymously can contact Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or online.
