Gov Beshear announces reported shooting at Kentucky State University with suspect arrested
The Frankfort Sheriff's Office says 'secured the campus and have a suspect in custody'
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Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced a shooting had occurred at Kentucky State University in Frankfort on Tuesday via X, sharing that the suspect has been arrested.
"We are aware of a reported shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort," Beshear wrote. "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," he concluded.
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Kentucky State University campus in Frankfort Kentucky USA on a sunny day. (iStock)
The Frankfort Sheriff's Office wrote via Facebook that they "secured the campus and have a suspect in custody."At this time, the campus remains in lockdown per the same post. It is currently unclear the severity of injuries of those affected.
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Jasmine Baehr is a Breaking News Writer for Fox News Digital, where she covers politics, the military, faith and culture.
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