Teen arrested after shooting near Florida A&M stadium injures 12

Crime · Tallahassee, Florida · First reported 25 Oct, 06:30 · Updated 19:09

Tallahassee police arrested a 15-year-old in connection with a shooting near Florida A&M University’s Bragg Memorial Stadium during homecoming weekend. The teenager faces 11 counts of attempted second-degree murder and a firearm charge. Police say the investigation continues and additional arrests are possible.

The shooting occurred around 8 p.m. Saturday near Perry and Manatee streets, close to Bragg Memorial Stadium, where homecoming celebrations included a football game.
Twelve people were injured, including six children. Eleven suffered gunshot wounds; another injured their ankle while fleeing.
Police arrested a 15-year-old on Sunday and announced the arrest Monday. The teenager faces 11 counts of attempted second-degree murder and possession of a firearm by a delinquent.
Police said preliminary findings indicate an altercation between people who knew one another preceded the gunfire. None of the victims appear to have been intended targets, and further arrests are possible.
Police reported Sunday that six people remained hospitalized, including one in critical condition, and five had been released.

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Key facts

Location: Near Perry and Manatee streets, close to Florida A&M’s Bragg Memorial Stadium in Tallahassee.
Injuries: 12 injured: 11 by gunfire and one while fleeing; six victims were children.
Charges: 11 counts of attempted second-degree murder and possession of a firearm by a delinquent.
Next steps: Investigation ongoing; additional arrests possible.