University Campus Shooting Leaves One Dead, Many Injured In Georgia

A shooting at Albany State University campus in Georgia on Saturday night killed one person and left several others injured.

CrimesChroniclers reports that the shooting occurred during the university’s Homecoming Weekend festivities.

Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) said the incident happened around 8:50 p.m. in a crowded area near a campus concert.

The 19-year-old deceased, De’Marion Tashawn Daniels, was not a student.

Three victims suffered gunshot wounds: a 13-year-old girl from Albany, a 17-year-old female high school student and a 16-year-old female high school student.

Additionally, according to ABC13, a 20-year-old girl was grazed by a bullet and a 19-year-old girl was injured while attempting to flee.

No arrests, as of when filing this report, had been made.

“The Albany State University family is deeply saddened to learn of an incident that took place on campus at approximately 8:50 p.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2024.

“As always, the safety and security of our ASU students, faculty and staff are the number one priority of this institution.

“Albany State University remains committed to providing resources for the mental, emotional and physical well-being of our campus community,” Lawrence M. Drake II, the university’s interim president said, adding that counseling and other resources are available to students.