Duval County

JSO, FBI Jacksonville arrest suspect behind social media threat at UNF

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. —

UPDATE · 11:31 a.m. | The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office and FBI Jacksonville have identified and arrested the person behind a threat posted on social media.

In a statement Tuesday morning, the University of North Florida said that there is no threat to the school community.

Officials say the threat is not related to the recent threats made toward historically Black colleges and universities.

Those who wish to make an anonymous tip can do so through UPD’s Silent Witness Program here.


Original Story:

There will be an increased police presence on campus Tuesday at the University of North Florida out of an abundance of caution.

This comes after UNF’s police department was made aware of a threat posted on social media. The department said it is actively working with federal agencies to investigate.

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Some activities have been postponed, but classes will be held and university offices will remain open.

The university encourages anyone who sees anything suspicious or anyone with any information to call the University of North Florida Police Department at 904-620-2800.


Aurielle Eady

Aurielle Eady, Action News Jax

Aurielle Eady is a digital content producer for Action News Jax.