A teenager has been arrested in connection with the mass shooting that injured 12 people near Florida A&M University's football stadium.
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The Tallahassee Police Department announced Monday that a 15-year-old boy was taken into custody Sunday. According to WCTV, the suspect has been identified as Anthony Rivers III.
He is facing 11 counts of attempted second-degree murder and possession of a firearm by a delinquent.
"What should have been a weekend of celebration in our community instead became a night of fear and violence for the victims and their families," Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell said in a statement. "While this arrest marks a significant step forward, our work is far from over. We remain committed to holding those responsible accountable and getting answers for every family impacted by this tragedy."
Eleven of the 12 injured after the FAMU homecoming game suffered gunshot wounds. The Tallahassee Police Department said six of the victims were under 18 years old. The youngest victim was 11 years old.
As of Sunday morning, six of the injured remain hospitalized, and the other five have been discharged. The Tallahassee Police Department said in a statement that one victim is in critical condition.
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According to Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell, the shootout began after a college football game between Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions and the Florida A&M Rattlers at the latter's Bragg Memorial Stadium. It's unclear whether the shooting was connected to the game.
The university released a statement Saturday regarding the incident.
"Our hearts are with the victims and everyone affected by tonight's incident on Perry Street. Please avoid the area as Tallahassee police investigate. Read the University's statement below and follow official University channels for updates," the statement read.
"The safety and security of our students, faculty, and staff remain our highest priority. We are closely monitoring the situation and will share additional updates as more information becomes available. Anyone who has information about the situation is encouraged to contact the Tallahassee police department."
The investigation remains ongoing. Police said additional arrests are possible.
