A 15-year-old in Tallahassee has been arrested following a mass shooting incident that resulted in injuries to 12 people, comprising six minors, in the vicinity of Bragg Memorial Stadium during Florida A&M University’s homecoming weekend.
Tallahassee Police Department issues statement
“While this arrest marks a significant step forward, our work is far from over. We remain committed to holding those responsible accountable and getting answers for every family impacted by this tragedy.” The incident resulted in gunshot wounds sustained by 11 people, while another person incurred an ankle injury during evacuation from the gunfire. The shooting incident took place at approximately 8 p.m. on Saturday, October 24, in the vicinity of Perry and Manatee streets, located directly behind FAMU’s Bragg Memorial Stadium.
The charges were initiated following consultation with the State Attorney’s Office, according to a statement by the Tallahassee Police Department (TPD). The Tallahassee Police Department said that none of the six victims, several of whom are juveniles, appear to have been deliberate targets of the shooting. “What should have been a weekend of celebration in our community instead became a night of fear and violence for the victims and their families,” Chief of Police Lawrence Revell said in a press conference.
Investigation continues
Investigators are actively pursuing additional leads, examining evidence, and working to determine the complete circumstances of the incident.
the investigation continues to remain open and ongoing, with the possibility of further arrests, according to law enforcement officials While an arrest has been secured.
