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Active Shooter at FSU: Six Hospitalized, Classes Canceled

4/17/2025

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A terrifying active shooter incident at Florida State University in Tallahassee has left six individuals hospitalized, five of whom are in critical condition. As chaos unfolded, the university's emergency alert system urged students to shelter in place. Law enforcement, including the FBI, acted quickly, leading to the suspect's arrest and the cancellation of classes for the day.

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Story summary

A terrifying active shooter incident at Florida State University in Tallahassee has left six individuals hospitalized, five of whom are in critical condition. As chaos unfolded, the university's emergency alert system urged students to shelter in place. Law enforcement, including the FBI, acted quickly, leading to the suspect's arrest and the cancellation of classes for the day.