12 Injured in Shooting Near Florida University Stadium During Homecoming Weekend, Including Children as Young as 11

A homecoming weekend celebration near a Florida university stadium turned into a scene of panic after a shooting left 12 people injured, including six juveniles, with the youngest victim reportedly just 11 years old.

The shooting occurred shortly before 8 p.m. on Saturday, October 24, 2026, near Bragg Memorial Stadium at Florida A&M University in Tallahassee. It happened hours after the university’s homecoming football game against the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.

According to Tallahassee police, 11 people suffered gunshot wounds, while another person was injured while fleeing the scene. Six of the victims were adults and six were juveniles. Authorities reported that several victims suffered serious injuries, with one in critical condition in early reports.

Investigators said preliminary findings suggested that a physical altercation occurred before gunfire erupted. Police were working to establish exactly what happened and identify those responsible. As of the latest reports, no arrests had been announced.

The incident prompted fear and confusion among people in the area, with witnesses describing crowds running for safety. Emergency responders rushed to assist the wounded while officers secured the scene.

Florida A&M University said the shooting occurred near campus and emphasized that the university itself remained safe. Officials urged people to avoid the affected area while law enforcement continued its investigation.

The violence cast a shadow over a weekend that had brought students, alumni and families together to celebrate the university. The presence of children among those injured added to the concern surrounding the incident.

Police are asking anyone with relevant information, photographs or video footage to come forward as investigators work to determine the circumstances behind the shooting.

Source:  DAILYMAIL