Florida. A shooting incident took place on Saturday near Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, Florida state of America. At least 12 people including six children were injured. According to officials, the incident occurred near the football stadium of the university. At that time, Homecoming weekend programs were going on in the university.
Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell told reporters that no one has been arrested yet in connection with the incident. According to the police, preliminary investigation has revealed that there was a fight before the firing. This incident happened in a crowded area after a football match.
12 people were shot
Police said that 12 of the injured people were shot. At least three people have suffered serious injuries. Officials have started investigating the incident. The university said on social media that the shooting occurred near its campus. Also said that the university campus is safe.
Security alert issued at night
Florida A&M University issued the alert just before 8:45 p.m. on Saturday, October 24. In this, people present near Bragg Stadium in Tallahassee were advised to stay in a safe place amid the police action.
Florida State University then issued an emergency message for the Tallahassee campus at 10 p.m. In this, students, teachers and staff were asked to stay inside homes or buildings and remain alert. Police were investigating a shooting near Florida A&M University's Bragg Stadium.
“FAMU Alert: Police operations underway near Bragg Stadium and Perry Street. Stay away from the area or stay in a safe place if you are in the vicinity,” Florida A&M University said in an initial message on Facebook.
The university later issued another message saying, “The Tallahassee Police Department (TPD) is investigating a shooting that occurred on Perry Street. At this time, information regarding the number of victims and the severity of their injuries is not available. The community is asked to avoid the area while police investigate. A further update will be provided as more information becomes available.”
incident that happened after the football match
The shooting occurred shortly after the university's homecoming football game. Following the incident, Florida A&M University expressed condolences to the victims and those affected. “Our hearts go out to all those affected and the victims of tonight's incident on Perry Street. Please avoid the area while Tallahassee Police investigate,” the university said in another message.