Tallahassee: At least 12 people, including six minors, were injured in a shooting near Florida A&M University’s Bragg Memorial Stadium in Tallahassee late on Saturday, October 24. Police said 11 of the injured sustained gunshot wounds, while one person was hurt while fleeing the scene. No arrests had been made as of the latest reports, and the shooter had not been identified.
The shooting occurred in a crowded area following a football game during Florida A&M University’s homecoming weekend. Authorities said preliminary findings indicated that a physical altercation broke out before gunfire erupted.
According to the Tallahassee Police Department, at least three victims sustained serious injuries, while nine others were reported to be in stable condition. Police have launched an investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and identify those responsible.
Shooting reported near Bragg Memorial Stadium
The incident took place near Bragg Memorial Stadium, where Florida A&M University had hosted a homecoming football game earlier in the evening.
Police responded to reports of gunfire in the area at around 8 pm local time on Saturday. The shooting occurred near Perry and Manatee streets, close to the university’s campus, as crowds gathered following the game.
The university’s homecoming weekend had drawn people to the area for football-related activities and celebrations. The shooting prompted a police response and raised concerns about the safety of people attending events nearby.
Authorities have not established whether the shooting was directly connected to the football game or the university’s homecoming celebrations. Investigators are working to determine how the altercation began and what led to the gunfire.
Six minors among those injured
The Tallahassee Police Department confirmed that 12 people were injured in the incident, including six minors and six adults.
Eleven of the 12 victims suffered gunshot wounds. The remaining person was injured while attempting to flee the scene, according to reports citing police information.
Police said three victims sustained serious injuries, while nine others were reported to be stable. The incident has drawn particular concern because of the number of young people among those affected.
Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell expressed concern over the injuries and the presence of children among the victims.
In a statement, Revell said the department’s thoughts were with the injured people and their families as they dealt with the consequences of the violence. He also acknowledged the distress caused by the fact that minors were among those hurt.
Authorities have not released the identities of the victims or provided further details about their individual medical conditions.
Police say fight preceded the shooting
Investigators believe a physical altercation took place before the shooting, according to the police department’s preliminary findings.
However, authorities have not publicly established what triggered the confrontation or explained how it escalated into gunfire. The precise sequence of events remains under investigation.
Police have not announced any arrests or publicly identified a suspect. The investigation is continuing as officers work to gather information about the incident and establish who was responsible.
The shooting occurred in a crowded area after a sporting event, when people were gathered nearby. Investigators are seeking to determine whether the individuals involved in the initial altercation were connected to the victims and whether the violence was directed at particular people.
The available information does not establish a motive, and police have not confirmed whether the incident was linked to the university or the football game itself.
Florida A&M says campus remains safe
Florida A&M University acknowledged the shooting in a social media statement, confirming that the incident took place near its campus.
The university said the campus remained safe while police investigated the shooting. It also expressed concern for those affected by the incident.
The university’s statement was intended to address concerns within its community following reports of gunfire close to the stadium. The incident occurred during homecoming weekend, when students, alumni, visitors and other members of the public had gathered for activities surrounding the football game.
Authorities have not confirmed that the university itself was the target of the shooting. The investigation remains focused on the circumstances of the incident and the identification of those responsible.
Investigation continues as shooter remains unidentified
Tallahassee police have continued their investigation, with no arrests reported in the initial updates. Officials have not released the identity of a suspected shooter or announced a motive.
Police are seeking information that could help them reconstruct the events leading up to the gunfire. The preliminary account of a fight before the shooting provides an initial lead, but further investigation will be required to establish the full circumstances.
The incident has also prompted renewed concern over public safety around large gatherings, particularly when families and children are present. With 12 people injured, including six minors, investigators are working to determine how the confrontation escalated and who was involved.
For now, authorities have urged caution in drawing conclusions about the motive or any connection to Florida A&M University. The university has said its campus remains safe, while police continue efforts to identify those responsible and clarify the sequence of events.