At least 12 people were injured, including six children, during a shooting on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, near a football stadium in Tallahassee, Florida. The incident occurred during the homecoming weekend for Florida A&M University following a football game in a crowded area.
The shooting took place near the university campus, though Florida A&M University officials stated on social media that the campus itself remained safe. The Tallahassee Police Department reported that the gunfire followed a fight that broke out in the vicinity of the stadium.
According to Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell, 11 of the victims sustained gunshot wounds. At least three of the victims suffered serious injuries, though the specific conditions of the remaining victims were not detailed. As of Sunday morning, Oct. 25, 2026, no arrests had been made.
The Tallahassee Police Department is continuing its investigation. The department has not yet reported the specific ages of the six children involved or whether the victims were affiliated with the university. Local authorities are continuing to review evidence from the preliminary investigation to identify those responsible for the initial fight and subsequent gunfire.