Authorities in Cebu City scrambled to address a shooting threat reported at a private university on Thursday, July 2, after a Facebook post targeted the institution. The Cebu City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CCDRRMO) traced the danger to a social media group, prompting emergency protocols and a police presence at the campus on Dimasalang Street and Leon Kilat.
Social Media Post Triggers Emergency Response
The threat emerged from a Facebook post within a social media group, according to the CCDRRMO, which confirmed the incident was a shooting threat, not a bomb. Emergency responders initiated security measures, coordinated with school administrators, and conducted threat assessment procedures to ensure the safety of students, faculty, staff, and visitors of the school by 10 a.m. on the day of the report. The university’s location at the corner of Dimasalang Street and Leon Kilat became a focal point for the investigation.
Campus Reopens Amid Ongoing Probe
Students resumed classes, but police maintained a visible presence near the campus to verify the post’s authenticity. The CCDRRMO emphasized that the investigation remains active, with officials working to identify the poster and evaluate the post’s credibility. No arrests have been made, and the university has not disclosed internal security measures taken during the alert.
Mayor Urges Calm, Warns Against Misinformation
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival called on residents to “remain calm” and avoid sharing unverified details about the incident. “Rely solely on official advisories,” he said in a statement, stressing the need to prevent panic. The mayor’s office has not released further comments, leaving the public to await updates from the CCDRRMO.
Investigation May Lead to Arrests
Police have not ruled out identifying the Facebook poster, though no suspects have been named. The CCDRRMO’s investigation could result in formal statements once the threat’s origin is confirmed. For now, the university operates under heightened security, with no indication of further disruptions.
