In the event of a hostage situation on campus, the University Police Department should be notified immediately.
If possible evacuate the area where the event is taking place. Avoid a panic, but relay as much factual information as possible. This should include information such as:
- Location of incident.
- Number and identity of hostages and perpetrators.
- Type and number of weapons and/or communications devices observed.
- As much descriptive information as possible concerning the perpetrators.
When Police arrive on the scene, they will assume on scene command of the situation and will direct all actions to counter the threat.