NewsWPLG Local 10October 26, 2026Miami-Dade County
Police accuse 15-year-old of second-degree attempted murder charges following Tallahassee shooting that injured 12
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A 15-year-old was charged on Monday morning in Tallahassee following a Saturday night shooting near Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University that left 12 people injured. Anthony Rivers III faces 11 counts of attempted second-degree murder and possession of a firearm by a juvenile delinquent, according to the State Attorney's Office. Police have asked anyone with information or evidence to contact the Tallahassee Police Department.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10Why It Matters
Twelve people sustained injuries in a shooting incident near a university campus, leading to felony charges for a minor and an ongoing local police investigation.
Key Facts
- A 15-year-old named Anthony Rivers III was charged on Monday morning in Tallahassee.
- The shooting occurred at around 8 p.m. on Saturday near Perry and Manatee streets.
- The incident took place near Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University.
- Twelve people were injured in the shooting.
- Leon County State Attorney Jack Campbell filed 11 counts of attempted second-degree murder and possession of a firearm by a juvenile delinquent against the suspect.
- Police Chief Lawrence Revell stated that the investigation remains active and asked for public tips via phone at 850-891-4610 or the department's evidence portal.
Who's Mentioned
locationPerry“Street near the shooting location”locationTallahassee“City where the incident took place”locationLeon County“County where the state attorney operates”locationManatee“Street near the shooting location”PersonJack Campbell“State Attorney for Leon County”OrganizationFlorida Agricultural and Mechanical University“University near where the shooting occurred”OrganizationTallahassee Police Department“Investigating the shooting and handling the case”PersonAnthony Rivers III“15-year-old suspect charged in the shooting”PersonLawrence Revell“Chief of Police for the Tallahassee Police Department”