A chaotic scene unfolded near the Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University campus in Tallahassee on Saturday evening, leaving at least 12 people injured after gunfire erupted during a local gathering. Police confirmed that the victims include both adults and juveniles, with reports indicating that the violence broke out around 8 p.m. near Perry Street. While three of the victims are currently being treated for serious injuries, officials noted that the remaining nine are in stable condition.

Preliminary investigations suggest that the violence was sparked by a physical altercation that escalated rapidly, leading to the exchange of gunfire. Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell expressed deep concern over the incident, particularly highlighting the tragedy of children being caught in the crossfire. As the department’s violent crimes unit continues to probe the specifics of the dispute, Florida A&M University officials have emphasized that the safety of their campus community remains their primary concern as they cooperate with the ongoing investigation.