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NewsWFLA News Channel 8 (Florida)October 26, 2026Hillsborough County

FAMU Students Reflect After Homecoming Shooting

Photo: WFLA News Channel 8 (Florida)

A 15-year-old boy has been arrested and charged with 11 counts of attempted second-degree murder and possession of a firearm by a delinquent following a mass shooting near Florida A&M University that injured 12 people, including children. Students and political figures have expressed sorrow and disappointment over the incident, which disrupted homecoming weekend celebrations. The event has also reignited discussions on gun safety and campus security in Florida politics.

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Why It Matters

A mass shooting during a major university homecoming event injured 12 people and led to multiple criminal charges for a minor, drawing immediate political reactions regarding gun safety and campus security in Florida.

Key Facts

  • A 15-year-old boy is under arrest following a mass shooting near Florida A&M University.
  • The violence resulted in 12 injuries, including children.
  • The suspect faces 11 counts of attempted second-degree murder and possession of a firearm by a delinquent.
  • The shooting occurred during FAMU's homecoming weekend, which draws thousands of alumni and visitors.
  • Gwen Graham voted in Tallahassee on Monday and called for change regarding school safety and gun violence.
  • Byron Donalds previously stated that abridging the Second Amendment does not help people be safer.

Who's Mentioned

PersonGwen Graham“David Jolly's running mate who voted in Tallahassee and commented on the shootin”PersonRichard Nix“FAMU junior interviewed about the homecoming shooting.”OrganizationFlorida A&M University“Location near where the mass shooting occurred during homecoming weekend.”PersonPaulency Merove“FAMU freshman interviewed about homecoming and the shooting.”PersonByron Donalds“Republican gubernatorial candidate and Congressman questioned by students on gun”PersonDavid Jolly“Democratic gubernatorial candidate.”locationTallahassee“City in Florida where the shooting took place.”