A shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort, Kentucky, on Tuesday resulted in the death of one student and critical injuries to another, prompting a swift response from law enforcement and university officials[[1]]. A suspect is in custody following the incident,which occurred around 3 p.m. local time,according to police[[2]], [[3]]. The campus is currently closed as authorities continue their examination.
A shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort on Tuesday left one student dead and another critically injured, authorities said. A suspect is in custody following the incident.
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced the shooting on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, stating, “We have been notified of a shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort. At this time, we know there are some injuries. We will share more information as it becomes available. Law enforcement is on the scene and a suspect has been detained. Let’s pray for all those affected.”
Frankfort Assistant Police Chief Scott Tracey said during a press conference that the shooting, which occurred around 3 p.m. local time, involved three individuals – the two students who were injured and the suspect, who is not affiliated with the university. The incident is believed to be isolated.
Frankfort Police Department spokesperson Blair Hecker confirmed that officers responded to the university campus and secured the scene. “We have the suspect in custody,” Hecker stated.
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The Kentucky State University campus will remain closed until further notice, police said. Both the department and the university promised to release additional details as they become available.
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University officials stated they are in close contact with the families of those involved and are providing support. Counseling and support services are available to students and staff. This shooting underscores the ongoing concerns about safety on college campuses nationwide.
Kentucky State University is a historically Black public university with approximately 2,200 students. The school was authorized by state legislators in 1886.
With information from The Associated Press
