FSU Police Officer Cody Poppell Receives Statewide Medal of Valor
Florida State University Police Officer Cody Poppell received the statewide Medal of Valor for his bravery during a fatal campus shooting last April, where he shot the accused assailant.
Tallahassee Thomasville, FL, October 28, 2026 —
Florida State University Police Officer Cody Poppell received the statewide Medal of Valor for his bravery during a fatal campus shooting last April. During the incident, Poppell shot the accused assailant, according to the information provided about the award.
The available account describes the shooting as fatal but does not specify who died or how many people were killed or injured. It also does not identify the accused assailant, provide a precise date or campus location, or explain the events leading up to the shooting. No details were provided about the circumstances in which Poppell fired his weapon.
The award is described as statewide, but the awarding organization, the date it was presented and the criteria used to select recipients were not provided. The information does not include a statement from Poppell, Florida State University Police or the organization responsible for the medal.
The account says the shooting occurred “last April,” but it does not identify the year. Without a publication date or additional details, the timing cannot be specified further. No information was provided about any investigation, legal proceedings or subsequent action involving the accused assailant.
The reported recognition centers on Poppell’s response during the shooting and his receipt of the medal. Further details about the incident and the award were not available in the summary.
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