embry riddle Daytona Beach campus placed on lockdown after active-threat alert
Students at Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University's Daytona Beach campus received an emergency alert warning of a possible active threat in the Student Union, prompting a campus-wide lockdown and a law enforcement sweep. Multiple on-campus reports described panic and sheltering in place while authorities searched buildings; university and police officials have not released formal statements as of this writing.
What students and residents described
Shortly after the alert landed on phones, the message directed people to avoid the Student Union and follow active-threat guidance: "Possible active threat reported in the Student Union. Stay away from the area. Run, hide, fight. " Students who were in the Student Union at the time said they immediately fled to safer locations. One student posted that they were now "currently safe in my dorm" after receiving the notification and leaving the Student Union quickly.
Local residents monitoring emergency radio traffic relayed that someone called in a threat to the Student Union and that law enforcement units were conducting a campus sweep. A resident noted that dispatch chatter advised people to remain in place until an all-clear is given. Multiple student posts and firsthand accounts painted a chaotic scene as people sheltered in dorms and other buildings while officers moved through campus facilities.
Official response and what remains unknown
At the time of publication, neither local police nor university leadership has released an official statement detailing the nature of the threat, the number or status of any suspects, or whether any injuries occurred. Law enforcement activity was described as an ongoing sweep of the campus; no confirmations of a suspect in custody or additional findings have been announced publicly.
The lack of formal updates has left students and family members seeking clarity through social posts and radio scans. Emergency alerts like the one students received are designed to push people to immediate protective actions while authorities verify the situation, and those alerts typically precede more detailed briefings once officers secure the area. Until investigators provide verified information, specifics about the report that triggered the alert remain unconfirmed.
Safety measures and next steps for the campus community
Students were urged in community posts to follow lockdown instructions: remain where they are, lock doors if possible, silence phones, and await official word from campus safety or law enforcement. Residence halls became temporary shelters for many who had been in public areas when the alert went out.
The campus community can expect updates through official channels once authorities complete their sweep and verify the campus status. Family members and others concerned about individuals on campus should rely on official communications for confirmations rather than unverified posts. Emergency-response protocols emphasize prioritizing personal safety first; once the situation is contained, investigators will provide details about what occurred and any follow-up measures the university will take.
Filmogaz will continue to monitor developments and publish updates as verified information becomes available from authorities.
