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NewsWUSF — Tampa Bay NPR (Local & State)October 25, 2026Hillsborough County

Elected officials and community leaders respond to shooting near Florida A&M University

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Elected officials and political candidates are expressing support and offering condolences following a shooting near Florida A&M University's Bragg Memorial football stadium that injured 12 people, including six children. The incident occurred on Saturday night following the school's homecoming football game.

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Why It Matters

Twelve individuals, including six children, sustained injuries in a shooting incident near a university campus during a high-profile local event, drawing public responses from regional and state political figures.

Key Facts

  • A shooting occurred near Florida A&M University's Bragg Memorial football stadium on Saturday night.
  • The incident happened shortly after the school's homecoming football game.
  • Twelve people were injured in the shooting, including six children.
  • Mayor John Dailey called the incident a heartbreaking tragedy and stated the community stands with the university.
  • Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds expressed devastation over the incident.
  • Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly offered prayers for the victims and the FAMU family.
  • Republican Congressman Neal Dunn expressed appreciation for the law enforcement officers and first responders who rushed to the scene.

Who's Mentioned

PersonNeal Dunn“Republican Congressman whose district includes Tallahassee”OrganizationFlorida A&M University“Location near where the shooting occurred”PersonByron Donalds“Republican candidate for governor”PersonDavid Jolly“Florida's Democratic gubernatorial candidate”locationNorthwest Florida“Region supporting Tallahassee”PersonJohn Dailey“Mayor who posted a message of support”locationTallahassee“City where the incident took place”OrganizationBragg Memorial football stadium“Stadium near the site of the shooting”