Twelve people were injured in the shooting, police said. Five victims have been released and six remain hospitalized, including one in critical condition.
TALLAHASSEE, Florida. —
At least 12 people were injured, including six children, in a shooting Saturday near a Tallahassee football stadium during Florida A&M University’s homecoming weekend, authorities said.
Five victims have been released from hospital, while six remain hospitalized. Among those still being treated, one remains in critical condition, according to police.
Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell told reporters that police had not made any arrests.
In a statement, police said the preliminary investigation indicated a fight broke out before the shooting. This followed a football match in a busy area.
“Our hearts go out to the victims and everyone affected by this evening’s incident on Perry Street,” the university said.
Eleven of the victims suffered gunshot wounds and at least three were seriously injured, according to police. The university said on social media that the shooting happened near its campus and that it remained safe.
The investigation into the violence was ongoing and police asked for witnesses to come forward.
>> This is a developing story and will be updated as more information is released
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