The suspect was shot and wounded by Florida State University Police who arrived immediately on the scene. He was taken into custody and is hospitalized. No officers were injured.
Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell said in a press conference that the suspect was shot when he did not comply with FSU police orders to surrender.
There is not indication of a motive for the attack, as the suspect has chosen not to speak with law enforcement, Revell said.
Leon County Sheriff Walt McNeil said the suspect has been identified as the son of a deputy who has served with his agency for 18 years.
The suspect reportedly used a handgun that belonged to his mother and was her retired duty weapon. He also reportedly had a shotgun during the attack, but officials say there is no evidence that he fired it.