One dead, another injured after shooting on Kentucky State University campus

Karla Ward, Lexington Herald-Leader on Dec 9, 2025

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LEXINGTON, Ky. — One person died and another was seriously injured in a shooting on the campus of Kentucky State University Tuesday afternoon.

The person who was hurt was taken to a hospital in critical but stable condition, the Frankfort Police Department said in an update shared on social media at 4:35 p.m.

A suspect was in custody, Gov. Andy Beshear said in a statement posted on the social media platform X.

“We are aware of a reported shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort,” Beshear said. “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.”

The Frankfort Police Department said they had responded to a report of “an active aggressor,” and the campus was “on lockdown until further notice,” police said in a social media post around 3:35 p.m.

“Frankfort Police Department, in partnership with KSU Campus Police and the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office have secured the campus and have a suspect in custody,” police said.

A university spokesperson said the campus remained on lockdown at about 4:30 p.m.

This is the second time a shooting was reported on the campus in recent months.

Two people were injured in August, when some people in a car opened fire on a group near Young Hall.

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