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NewsWFLA News Channel 8 (Florida)October 25, 2026Hillsborough County

12 injured in shooting near Florida A&M University stadium in Tallahassee

Photo: WFLA News Channel 8 (Florida)

Twelve people, including six children, were injured in a shooting following an altercation outside the Florida A&M University football stadium on Saturday night. Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell stated that 11 victims sustained gunshot wounds, with three individuals currently in serious condition and nine in stable condition. Authorities are actively investigating the incident and seeking information from the public.

Read the full story at WFLA News Channel 8 (Florida)

Why It Matters

Twelve individuals sustained injuries—including six children and three people in serious condition—following an altercation near a university campus in Tallahassee, prompting an ongoing police investigation and appeal for public tips.

Key Facts

  • Twelve people were injured in a shooting just outside the Florida A&M University football stadium on Saturday night.
  • The incident occurred just before 8 p.m. in the street behind the stadium following homecoming celebrations.
  • Of the 12 victims, 11 sustained injuries directly from gunfire.
  • Six of the victims are children, with one child in serious condition.
  • Two adults are also in serious condition, while the remaining nine victims are in stable condition.
  • Police stated the shooting happened after an altercation broke out, but have not confirmed if there was more than one shooter.
  • Detectives and forensics units arrived on the scene at around midnight to collect evidence.
  • Officers carried victims to safety and transported them to the hospital before the scene was fully secured.
  • Florida A&M University reported the campus was safe but urged students and residents to avoid the area.
  • Authorities requested tips from anyone with information, providing contact numbers for the Tallahassee Police Department and Crime Solvers.

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