At least 12 people, including six children, were injured during a mass shooting on Saturday night near Bragg Memorial Stadium in Tallahassee, Florida. The incident occurred around 8 p.m. during a crowded homecoming weekend celebration for Florida A&M University (FAMU).
Key Details of the Incident
• The Altercation: Preliminary investigations by the Tallahassee Police Department indicate that the shooting likely stemmed from a physical fight involving two to three individuals in a crowded area outside the stadium.
• The Victims: Eleven people sustained direct gunshot wounds, including a FAMU student and six minors. The youngest victim is 11 years old. A twelfth victim, a grandmother of one of the shot children, was injured in the ensuing panic while trying to flee.
• Current Status: As of Sunday morning, six victims remain hospitalized, with one person in critical condition and three listed with serious injuries. Five others have been treated and discharged.
• Investigation: The gunman remains at large, and no arrests have been made. Law enforcement has established a dedicated tip line and an online portal for the community to upload photos or videos to help identify suspects. FAMU officials confirmed the shooting occurred near campus borders and noted that the campus itself remains safe.
Attribute | Details
Location | Perry Street / Manatee Street, near Bragg Memorial Stadium (Tallahassee, FL)
Date & Time | Saturday, October 24, 2026, at approximately 8:00 PM
Total Casualties | 12 injured (11 by gunfire, 1 while fleeing)
Minors Involved | 6 children injured (youngest is 11 years old)
Suspect Status | At large; no arrests made yet
