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Support and Resources

Feb. 20, 2026, 4:23pm

We understand that these incidents, even false alarms, can elicit a range of emotions. We encourage members of the university in need to utilize mental health and counseling resources that are available.

All members of the university community are also encouraged to download the RebelSAFE app and visit UPD Southern Command for additional preparedness resources.

Police Respond to False Alarm at UNLV Student Union

Feb. 20, 2026, 3:54pm

University Police Department (UPD) and Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department responded to a report of an incident in the UNLV Student Union on Friday afternoon just after 3:30 p.m.

As a precaution, individuals in the Student Union were directed to shelter in place while police investigated.

The call was quickly determined to be a “swatting incident” or hoax report.

The student union is open and there is no threat to campus. Individuals may resume normal activities.

UPD and LVMPD will continue to have a visible presence in the area.

UPD Alert

Feb. 20, 2026, 3:38pm

UPD is investigating an incident on campus. There is NO threat to campus at this time. Resume normal activities.

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