A violent shooting incident near Florida A and M University (FAMU) left at least 12 people injured including six children sending shockwaves through the local community. The incident took place late Saturday evening near the university football stadium during homecoming celebrations. According to local police authorities an argument broke out between a group of individuals in a crowded area which quickly escalated into open gunfire.
Out of the 12 victims 11 suffered direct gunshot wounds while one person was injured while trying to flee the chaotic scene. Police confirmed that the victims include six adults and six young children with the youngest victim being just 11 years old. At least three victims are reported to be in serious condition with one individual fighting for life in critical care.
Emergency medical teams arrived quickly at the scene to transport the injured to nearby hospitals. Police officers immediately secured the area and launched a large scale investigation. University officials issued a safety alert clarifying that the shooting occurred outside campus grounds and confirmed that the main university area remains safe. Law enforcement officers are currently reviewing CCTV footage and interviewing eyewitnesses to identify the shooters as no arrests have been made so far.
