Active Shooter Reported at Florida State University Near Student Union
- 17GEN4
- Apr 17, 2025
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Official Press Conference: 2 Deceased - Not students, 5 injured, Shooter is believed to be FSU student, not confirmed.
UPDATE: Florida State University shooter opened fire from 'orange Hummer' in terrifying campus attack - Daily Mail
Shooter was reportedly wearing an orange t-shirt, khaki shorts and blended in. Earlier reports from WFTV said two gunmen had killed four victims, with one shooter also killed in the incident. But the broadcaster has now revised its reporting to say six have been injured, one critically and the rest seriously.
Police sources told CNN that they believe there was only one shooter involved.
Confirmed male, race not mentioned so far in reporting.
UPDATE: One person in custody shot by law enforcement. Shotgun and handgun used by shooter. 5 Dead, 4 Injured - 2 Shooters according to local news in Florida. This report is supposedly from a student that was reported by local news in Florida. One shooter is deceased, the other is in custody according to early reports.
UPDATE: The Tallahassee Democrat is reporting that a total of six people were injured in the Florida State shooting, one of them critically.
UPDATE: FSU Issues Update:
A father whose child was murdered in the Parkland High School shooting revealed that several of his daughter’s surviving classmates were at Florida State University when a gunman opened fire on students there Thursday
Students have been instructed to listen for the safe word "Seminole" before opening any doors where they are sheltering in place as law enforcement clears some 400 buildings on the campus.
Total of 6 patients hospitalized resulting from this campus shooting.
A witness on the scene told WCTV they saw a college-aged man exit the student union with a handgun, and another witness told the Tallahassee Democrat that they'd heard what sounded like 'automatic gunfire.'
One injured student was trampled during the commotion according to a report by her father.
ATF is on the scene
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis - 'Prayers are with our FSU family.'
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida State University (FSU) is on high alert following reports of an active shooter near the Student Union on its Tallahassee campus. The incident, which began unfolding around 11:01 a.m. EDT on Thursday, April 17, 2025, has prompted a swift response from law enforcement and university officials, with emergency alerts urging students, faculty, and staff to seek shelter and remain vigilant.
According to an FSU Alert posted on X at 11:02 a.m., the active shooter was reported in the area of the Student Union. "Police are on scene or on the way. Continue to seek shelter and await further instructions. Lock and stay away from all doors and windows and be prepared to take additional protective measures," the alert stated. The university's emergency notification system emphasized the need for individuals to secure themselves and avoid the affected area.
Videos show emergency responders at the scene and students appearing to flee after a reported shooting at Florida State University.
Local news outlets, including WCTV and WJHG, confirmed that police are actively responding to the situation, with additional law enforcement en route to the scene. The university has advised those on campus to remain sheltered, lock doors, and stay clear of windows while awaiting further updates. Nearby Leon County schools have been placed under a lockout as a precautionary measure, though specific schools were not identified by district spokesperson Chris Petley.
Unverified posts on X have added to the unfolding narrative, with some claiming one shooter is deceased and another may still be at large, though these reports remain unconfirmed by official sources. FSU’s Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Science (EOAS) building has been reported as safe, but the university continues to urge caution across the campus.
Dan Bongino: FBI is on the scene at FSU:
The situation remains fluid, with limited details available about the shooter or potential casualties. FSU officials and law enforcement have not yet provided information on the motive or circumstances leading to the incident. The university community and surrounding areas are on edge as authorities work to secure the campus and provide clarity.
This incident follows a history of safety concerns at FSU, including a 2014 shooting at Strozier Library that left three students injured and the gunman dead. The university has since implemented active shooter training and safety protocols, but today’s events underscore the ongoing challenges of campus security.
As the situation develops, FSU is directing individuals to monitor official channels, including the FSU Alert system and local news outlets, for real-time updates. The public is asked to avoid the area and refrain from spreading unverified information that could hinder response efforts.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
FSU Tallahassee is a public college located in Florida's state capital. The school has around 45,000 students with movie star Burt Reynolds and The Doors singer Jim Morrison among its famous alumni.
Sources:
FSU Alert on X
ClickOrlando
WJHG
WCTV
FOX 5 Atlanta
CNN
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