The U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis went into lockdown on September 11, 2025 after reports of a potential threat. While security officers were clearing a building, a midshipman was shot by academy security personnel. The student was airlifted to a hospital and was reported to be in stable condition. Naval Academy officials said there was no active shooter threat and the campus remained on lockdown as a precaution. Authorities are investigating why the midshipman was shot.
Searches for “Naval Academy” spiked as people looked for updates on the incident and whether there was an active shooter. Officials quickly reassured the public that there was no ongoing threat and that the situation was contained. The Naval Academy will likely review security protocols to prevent similar incidents in the future.