Kentucky State University
1 Dead in Campus Shooting
… Suspect in Custody
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At least one person is dead and another person is wounded in critical condition after a campus shooting at Kentucky State University Tuesday afternoon.
Local outlet WDRB-TV reports a suspect is in custody following the incident, which took place at a campus dorm.
According to the outlet, officers arrived at the campus in Frankfurt, Kentucky just after 3:30 PM Tuesday. The school was immediately secured and locked down.
We are aware of a reported shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort. At this time, we are aware of some injuries. We will share more information as available. Law enforcement are on scene, and a suspect has been arrested. Let’s pray for all those affected.
— Governor Andy Beshear (@GovAndyBeshear) December 9, 2025
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Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear posted about the incident, writing, “We are aware of a reported shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort. At this time, we are aware of some injuries. We will share more information as available. Law enforcement are on scene, and a suspect has been arrested. Let’s pray for all those affected.”
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