A person is dead and 16 are hurt after a shooting at Tuskegee University
Written by Site Hub on November 11, 2024
A shooting during Tuskegee University’s homecoming weekend left one dead and 16 injured, with twelve suffering gunshot wounds. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency arrested Jaquez Myrick, who was found with a modified handgun, though it’s unclear if he used it in the shooting. The 18-year-old victim wasn’t a student, though some injured individuals were. The FBI and ATF joined the investigation, seeking public tips and videos.
Tuskegee University canceled Monday classes, offering grief counseling. The community, deeply shaken, gathered in support at a Sunday service where speakers, including Student Government President Amare’ Hardee and Rev. James Quincy III, emphasized resilience and unity. Miles College expressed condolences, while this tragedy reminded the small town of life’s fragility amidst the university’s historic legacy.
Source: AP News
