Breaking News Active shooter reported at FSU

News April 17, 2025

– Update 4PM –

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… pic.twitter.com/mm7K4UZItH
— Florida State University (@FloridaState) April 17, 2025

– Initial Reports –

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 measur https://t.co/cBrbt0cLe6
— FSU Alert (@FSUAlert) April 17, 2025

Active Shooter situation unfolding at the FSU student Union across from EOAS. All FSU Students need to stay indoors and shelter in place! So far as we know the EOAS is safe. @abc27 @WCTV pic.twitter.com/KW77QxUBS9
— Daniella Streety (@streetywx) April 17, 2025

This is a Emergency Message for Florida State University Tallahassee Campus.

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

Persons in need of immediate emergency ass https://t.co/VWifBqyLwW
— FSU Alert (@FSUAlert) April 17, 2025

🚨 #BREAKING: ACTIVE SHOOTER SITUATION AT FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY

Shots have rung out near the Student Union, and gunshot victims can be seen carried out by paramedics and police

Victims being transported right now

This is still developing. Pray for the victims. pic.twitter.com/Kl09u7aAgv
— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) April 17, 2025

I have seen multiple injured being loaded into ambulances outside the Student Union. One man was shackled by law enforcement before being taken from the scene. pic.twitter.com/OfzKCxuB1J
— Forrest Saunders (@FBSaunders) April 17, 2025

My office has already been in contact with school leadership about the tragic reporting on FSU’s campus. I am praying for the safety of the students, faculty and all first responders involved.
— Senator Ashley Moody (@SenAshleyMoody) April 17, 2025

Eyewitness account from Florida State University student Max Jenkins pic.twitter.com/fKgFMBdkKD
— Alicia Devine (@alicia_c_devine) April 17, 2025

**Active Shooter Alert at FSU**

An active shooter has been reported on the Florida State University campus. Students are urged to stay indoors, lock their doors, and avoid all doors and windows. Law enforcement is on the scene, with additional police responding. Stay safe and follow official updates.