Full Breakdown
Homecoming Night Shooting Near Florida A&M University
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Background & Context
The incident occurred on the evening of October 24 during Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) homecoming celebrations. A football game between the FAMU Rattlers and the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions had just ended at Bragg Memorial Stadium when gunfire erupted near the intersection of Perry and Manatee streets, adjacent to the stadium. Police identified a preceding “physical altercation” between two or three individuals, but have not linked the shooting to the game itself.
Data & Statistics
- Injured: Tallahassee Police Department reported 11 people shot; a separate Fox News account listed 12 injured, including the 11 gunshot victims plus a grandmother who was hurt while fleeing.
- Age breakdown: Six juveniles and six adults were among the gunshot victims; the youngest victim was 11 years old.
- Severity: Three victims sustained serious injuries, with one in critical condition; the remaining eight were described as stable.
- Location & timing: The shooting took place just before 8 p.m. at the Perry Street intersection near Bragg Memorial Stadium.
Official Statements & Responses
- He emphasized that detectives, sergeants and forensic personnel were on scene processing information and urged anyone with details to contact the department.
- Mayor John Dailey expressed condolences, stating the community stands with the FAMU family in the days ahead.
- Florida A&M University issued a campus-safety alert, urging people to avoid the area while investigations continue. The university reiterated that the campus remains safe and that the safety and security of students, faculty and staff are the highest priority.
- Florida State University released an emergency alert advising its community to remain indoors, noting no members of its own community appeared to be involved.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
- Number of injured: The Guardian and NBC News reported 11 injured (all shot), while Fox News cited 12 injured (including a non-shot victim). Both figures are attributed to the respective outlets.
- Arrests: No arrests have been announced; police have indicated a single shooter may have been involved, but details remain pending.
- Motivation: Preliminary information points to an altercation, but no motive or identity of the shooter(s) has been confirmed.
Verbatim Quotes
- “It is especially heartbreaking to know that children are among those injured,” — police
- “We’re still working the scene. Our detectives, our sergeants, our forensic personnel are all on scene and processing this as we go, taking in as much information as they can,” — Lawrence Revell, police chief
- “Tonight and in the days ahead, the FAMU family is not alone. Our entire community stands with you,” — John Dailey, Tallahassee mayor
- “I stand before you tonight devastated,” — Lawrence Revell, police chief
What’s Next
Police have asked the public to provide any information that could aid the investigation, offering a tip line (850-891-4200) and a Crime Solvers number (850-574-TIPS). The Violent Crimes Unit will continue to lead the inquiry, and the university will maintain its safety alerts until the investigation is concluded.