Live updates: FSU alert system says threat 'neutralized.' Several areas off limits. Call loved ones

Florida State University issued an emergency message April 17 about an active shooter on the Tallahassee campus at the Student Union.

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At 3:20 p.m., FSU's alert system said the threat had been "neutralized" but advised people to avoid several areas on the campus considered to be part of an active crime scene.

This is a developing news story and is being updated. Check back for updates, posted below.

Here's who to call if you need immediate emergency assistance

FSU's emergency Notification and Warning System said anyone who needs immediate emergency assistance shoudl call:

• 911

• FSU Police Department: 850-644-1234

Photos from Tallahassee FSU campus where active shooter reported

Live updates from FSU Alert system

'Active crime scene': Stay away from these building on FSU campus

3:51 p.m.:The following buildings are currently CLOSED as they are still an active crime scene:

• Student Union

• Bellamy

• HCB Classroom Building

• Rovetta A&B

• Moore Auditorium

• Shaw

• Pepper

• Hecht House and Carraway

Individuals should not return to these buildings to retrieve personal property at this time. Individuals are free to move about other areas of campus.

Individuals who may have witnessed anything of value should call 850-891-4987. 

Threat 'neutralized.' Several areas on FSU campus considered to be part of 'active crime scene'

3:20 p.m.:Law enforcement has neutralized the threat.

Please avoid the Student Union, Bellamy, HCB Classroom Building, Rovetta A&B, Moore Auditorium, Shaw, Pepper, Hecht House and Carraway as they are still considered an active crime scene. Individuals are free to move about other areas of campus.

Individuals who may have witnessed anything of value should call 850-891-4987.  

Student union considered active crime scene. Students, staff urged to call loved ones

2:44 p.m.:Continue to shelter in place. Law enforcement is actively clearing rooms on the main campus. Continue to shelter in place until law enforcement contacts you.

Persons in need of immediate emergency assistance should call 9-1-1 or FSUPD at 850-644-1234.

All Florida State University classes and business operations on the main campus in Tallahassee are canceled through Friday, April 18. Essential employees should check with their supervisors for further reporting instructions. All FSU athletics events in Tallahassee are canceled through Sunday.   

Students who need assistance can go to the Donald L. Tucker Center where the university is providing counseling, health care, and other support services. Family members are also able to go to the Tucker Center for assistance. 

Students, faculty and staff are asked to call their loved ones as soon as possible to update them on their status.  The Student Union and the surrounding area is still considered an active crime scene. Individuals should avoid the area. Students should not return to the Student Union to retrieve personal property at this time. 

Students may return to their residence halls but they should otherwise stay indoors on the main campus to allow first responders and university staff to do their jobs and respond to those needing assistance. Students may depart campus for the weekend. All classes have been canceled through Friday. 

Continue to shelter in place

2:30 p.m.: FSU's alert system hasn't posted anything new since 1:04 p.m. It continues to tell everyone to shelter in place.

Police clearing rooms on main campus. Here's how to know it's safe to open door

1:04 p.m.:Law enforcement is actively clearing rooms on the main campus. Law enforcement officers will use a code word to confirm it is safe to open the door. Find the safe word at FSU Alert. Continue to shelter in place until law enforcement contacts you.

All classes, FSU events for April 17 canceled

12:40 p.m.:All classes and university events including athletics events scheduled for Thursday, April 17, 2025, have been canceled. Individuals not already on the main campus at this time should avoid coming to the Tallahassee main campus.

Continue to shelter in place.

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Police have responded. Continue to shelter in place

12:39 p.m.:Continue to shelter in place. Police have responded to an active shooter call at the Student Union. Stay alert for more information.

'FSU Alert! Dangerous situation!'

12:02 p.m.:An active shooter has been reported in the area of 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.

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This article originally appeared on Tallahassee Democrat: Live updates: Active shooter FSU. Injuries reported. Classes canceled