Active Shooter / Attacker
If there's an active attacker situation on campus, the campus community will be given instructions via the Maroon Alerts system. It's also important to remember Run / Hide / Fight and to obey all instructions given by law enforcement and college officials.
Call 911 & Campus Safety (540-375-2310) as soon as it is safe to do so!
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Run |
Hide |
Fight |
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Have an escape route / plan in mind. |
Hide in an area out of the attacker's view. |
As a last resort, and only when your life is in imminent danger. |
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Leave your belongings behind. |
Block entry to your hiding place and lock the doors. |
Attempt to incapacitate the attacker. |
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Keep your hands visible. |
Silence your cell phone / devices. |
Act with physical aggression and throw items at the active attacker. |
Information to Provide Law Enforcement / 911
* Location of the attacker(s) and victims, if known
* Number of attacker(s)
* Physical Description of the attacker(s)
- Identity of the subject(s), if known
- Gender / race / physical features / age / tattoos or other distinguishing marks
- Clothing description, including if they're carrying bags / backpacks
- Number and types of weapon(s) if known
* The number of injured / types of injuries at the current location, if known
How to Act when Law Enforcement Arrives
* Remain calm and follow all instructions given by law enforcement
* Immediately raise hands and spread fingers
* Keep hands visible at all times until otherwise instructed
* Avoid making quick / abrupt movements toward first responder personnel
* Avoid pointing, screaming and/or yelling
Please use the Silent Witness form to avoid any suspicious behavior so that we can avoid these situations!