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FAMU Homecoming Marred by Stadium Shooting
25 Oct
Summary
- Police confirmed a shooting occurred near Bragg Memorial Stadium.
- An emergency safety alert was issued by FAMU for students and visitors.
- Victims were involved but no official count or injury severity was released.
Florida A&M University issued an emergency safety alert on Saturday, October 24, 2026, following a shooting near Bragg Memorial Stadium. The alert urged students, alumni, and visitors to avoid the area around the stadium and Perry Street. The Tallahassee Police Department confirmed an active investigation into the shooting, acknowledging the involvement of victims.
Authorities have not yet released specific details about the number of victims or the severity of their injuries. The incident took place hours after FAMU's homecoming football game against Arkansas-Pine Bluff, a key event in the weeklong "There's No Place Like The Hill" celebration. The circumstances surrounding the shooting, including whether it occurred on university property or involved students, are still under active investigation, with no arrests or victim identifications publicly announced as of Saturday night.
