Fatal Shooting at Kentucky State University Leaves One Student Dead, One Injured

A shooting incident occurred at Kentucky State University in Frankfort, Kentucky, on Tuesday, resulting in the death of one student and critical injuries to another. The event took place at approximately 3 p.m. in Whitney M. Young Jr. Hall, a residence building on campus.
A suspect, who is not affiliated with the university as a student, was taken into custody following the incident. Frankfort assistant chief of police, Scott Tracy, confirmed the immediate police response and stated the situation was an "isolated incident" with "no active safety concerns remaining on campus." Details regarding the suspect have not been publicly disclosed.
The injured student is reported to be in stable condition. Kentucky State University officials have contacted the families of the students involved and are offering counseling and support services to the university community.
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear issued a statement via X, reiterating that the shooting appeared to be an "isolated incident" and posed "no ongoing threat."
In light of the event, Kentucky State University has canceled all classes, final exams, and campus activities for the remainder of the week. The fall term was originally scheduled to conclude on Friday. Students have been given the option to return home. University President Koffi C. Akakpo characterized the incident as a "senseless tragedy" during a news conference.
This shooting is the second such event near the same residence hall in a four-month period. On August 17, gunfire from a vehicle near Whitney M. Young Jr. Hall injured two individuals who were not students, causing minor and serious injuries, and damaging the dorm and a vehicle.
Kentucky State University, established in 1886, is a public historically Black university with an enrollment of approximately 2,200 students. The campus is situated about 2 miles east of the Capitol building.