HOSTILE INTRUDER / RUN-HIDE-FIGHT
RUN
- Have an escape route in mind. Leave your belongings behind. Evacuate regardless of whether others agree to follow.
- Help others escape if possible. Do not attempt to move the wounded. Prevent others from entering an area where the active shooter may be.
HIDE
- Hide in an area out of the shooters view. Lock door or block entry to your hiding place. Silence your cell phone (including vibrate) and remain quiet.
FIGHT
- Fight as a last resort only when your life is in imminent danger.
- Attempt to incapacitate the shooter.
- Act with as much physical aggression as possible.
- Improvise weapons or throw items at the shooter
- Commit to your actions… Your life depends on it.
When Law Enforcement Arrives
- Remain calm and follow instructions.
- Drop items in hands. Raise hands and spread fingers. Keep hands visible at all times.
- Avoid quick movements toward officers such as holding on to them for safety.
- Avoid pointing, screaming or yelling.
- Do not ask questions when evacuating.
JMU Police Department
