The youngest victim is 11 years old among twelve people injured, including eleven who suffered gunshot wounds and six minors, when gunfire erupted following a homecoming football game near Florida A&M Bragg Memorial Stadium in Tallahassee late Saturday night, October 24, 2026, according to police.
Chaos unfolded just before 8 p.m. near the intersection of Perry and Manatee streets on the edge of the campus, shortly after the conclusion of the Florida A&M Rattlers’ homecoming game against Arkansas-Pine Bluff. What began as a busy weekend of alumni gatherings and tailgating turned into a mass casualty response as dozens of officers already deployed for the high-traffic weekend rushed toward the gunfire.
This is an Emergency Message for the Florida State University Tallahassee Campus. Florida State University is aware of reports of an off-campus shooting near Bragg Stadium on the FAMU campus in Tallahassee earlier this evening (Sat. Oct 24). At this t https://t.co/M1KzwIWsgV
Treating Victims of the Perry Street Shooting
Investigators confirmed that a total of twelve individuals were hurt during the Saturday night violence. While eleven victims suffered direct gunshot wounds, a twelfth person was injured while fleeing the chaotic scene according to Tallahassee police accounts.
The victims range in age, with six adults and six minors caught in the crossfire. The youngest victim is 11 years old. Authorities detailed that three victims sustained serious injuries, including one person listed in critical condition, while the remaining eight wounded individuals were stabilized at local medical facilities.
As of 11:30 p.m., the Tallahassee Police Department is continuing its active investigation into a shooting that occurred just before 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, near the intersection of Perry and Manatee streets. Read the full news release: https://t.co/wNqNznTLyb
Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell spoke during a late-night press conference, stating that officials hurt with them and will continue to work to get the answers families want. Revell also confirmed that one of the injured victims is a Florida A&M student.
Searching for Suspects in the Investigation
Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell addressed reporters in a post-midnight press conference, stating that preliminary information points to an argument or physical altercation between two or three individuals that quickly escalated into gunfire.
TPD Chief Lawrence Revell talking to us right now about the shooting on Perry Street. Just before 8:00 tonight, officers responded to the shooting.We know at this point, at least 12 were injured, 11 of those are gunshot wounds, one was injured fleeing the scene.@WCTV pic.twitter.com/ptBoUC0ht4
isolated incident between two or three individuals and nothing more than that.
Chief Lawrence Revell, Tallahassee Police Department
Investigators from the agency’s Violent Crimes Unit took over the active case, searching for leads and urging anyone with digital footage or eyewitness accounts to come forward. As of early Sunday morning, no arrests had been made and no official suspects or persons of interest had been named by law enforcement. Police believe one shooter was involved in the incident.
Issuing Emergency Alerts Across Tallahassee Campuses
The sudden violence prompted immediate emergency responses from neighboring institutions. Florida A&M University issued a public safety alert via social media at approximately 8:40 p.m., instructing students, alumni, and visitors to shelter in place or steer clear of Bragg Memorial Stadium and the surrounding streets. Through a Sachs Media representative, the university shared its condolences and maintained that its campus remains safe.
Nearly an hour later, Florida State University — situated roughly a mile away — issued an extraordinary campus-wide advisory warning its own community members to stay indoors for the remainder of the evening as a precaution, though officials noted there was no indication that FSU students or staff were involved in the altercation.
Responding to the Tragedy
City and university leaders voiced deep sorrow over the tragedy as details emerged from the crime scene.
This is a truly horrific and heartbreaking tragedy. Tonight and in the days ahead, the FAMU family is not alone. Our entire community stands with you.
Mayor John Dailey
Chief Revell also detailed the swift actions of responding officers who waded directly into the dense crowds to evacuate the wounded before the area was fully secure.
We had officers who were picking up victims and carrying them in their arms to transport because they couldn’t get through the mass of people.
Chief Lawrence Revell, Tallahassee Police Department
University representatives maintained that the campus proper remained safe while cooperating fully with the ongoing police inquiry on Perry Street. Authorities have asked anyone with information regarding the shooting to contact the Tallahassee Police Department directly at 850-891-4200 or reach out anonymously to Crime Solvers at 850-574-TIPS.
TPD is investigating a shooting on Perry Street. The number of victims and extent of injuries are unknown. Please avoid the area while officers investigate. Updates will be shared as more information becomes available. pic.twitter.com/fCKRAkEvai
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Our hearts are with the victims and everyone affected by tonight’s incident on Perry Street. Please avoid the area as Tallahassee police investigate. Read the University’s statement below and follow official University channels for updates. pic.twitter.com/n4yPinLPh9