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1 dead, several injured in shooting at Albany State University in Georgia

1 dead, several injured in shooting at Albany State University in Georgia

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One person was killed and several others were injured in a shooting Saturday evening on the campus of Albany State University in Georgia during the university's homecoming weekend festivities, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI).

GBI reports the incident occurred around 8:50 p.m. in a crowded area near a campus concert. Six people were injured; De'Marion Tashawn Daniels, 19, was killed. He wasn't a student.

Three victims suffered gunshot wounds: a 13-year-old Albany girl, a 17-year-old high school student and a 16-year-old high school student. In addition, a 20-year-old girl was hit by a bullet while trying to escape and a 19-year-old girl was injured.

So far there have been no arrests.

“The Albany State University family is deeply saddened to learn of an incident that occurred on campus on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at approximately 8:50 p.m.,” said a statement from the university's interim president. Lawrence M. Drake II “As always, the safety of our ASU students, faculty and staff is this institution’s top priority.” WALB, an Albany ABC affiliate, reported the incident as a shooting.

is leading the investigation and is being assisted by state and local authorities, the university said.

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

ABC News has reached out to the GBI and the Albany Police Department for more information about the incident.

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