Vehicle Ramming Attacks: Campus Safety Measures
As the new academic year begins, campuses must adopt an all-hazards approach to emergency planning, including vehicle ramming attacks.
To safeguard against such incidents, comprehensive threat assessments, physical security measures, and coordinated emergency response plans are essential.
- Campus security
- Event security
- Pedestrian safety
Although active shooter incidents have gone down according to the FBI’s latest Active Shooter Incidents in the United States in 2024 report, we will always feel the need to spend quality time preparing for such an event.
Experts, including Andy Altizer, Nelson De Santos Vazquez, and Tim Murphy, from institutions like Westminster Schools, Georgia State University, and Kennesaw State University, emphasize the importance of proactive measures.
Author's summary: Campuses must prioritize vehicle ramming attack prevention and mitigation strategies.