One individual has been pronounced deceased while another is in critical condition following a shooting incident at a university campus in the United States.
Kentucky State University is currently under lockdown due to reports of an active aggressor. The Frankfort Police Department has stated that the campus will remain on lockdown until further notice, with additional details to be provided by the department and university as they become available.
Governor of Kentucky, Andy Beshear, has called for prayers for those impacted by the incident. Kentucky State University has assured its students that there is no ongoing threat to the campus community.
The shooting took place near Whitney M. Young Jr. Hall, a residence hall on the south side of the campus, resulting in one fatality and another individual in stable but critical condition, according to officials.
The tragic event at Kentucky State University has left one person dead and another wounded, as reported by WSMV.
Located in Frankfort, Kentucky, Kentucky State University is home to over 2,200 students and has a faculty and staff count of 450, according to its official website.
Assistant Chief of Police Scott Tracy of Frankfort mentioned that two individuals were wounded in the shooting incident at Young Hall on the university campus, as per WDRB.
Governor Andy Beshear acknowledged the shooting at Kentucky State University on Facebook, confirming injuries and the apprehension of a suspect. Law enforcement officials are present at the scene, and prayers have been requested for all affected parties.
The Frankfort Police Department announced on Facebook that they responded to the incident involving an active aggressor on the campus of Kentucky State University and, in collaboration with campus police and the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, have detained a suspect. The campus remains on lockdown until further information is provided.
The Frankfort Sheriff’s Office also confirmed on social media that they have taken the necessary measures to secure the campus and have a suspect in custody.