Kentucky State University Shooting Leaves 19-Year-Old Student Dead and Another Critically Injured; Police Say Suspect Is the Parent of a University Student
Frankfort, Kentucky — Authorities have identified the 19-year-old student killed in a shooting at Kentucky State University earlier this week, as investigators confirm that the suspect is the parent of another student enrolled at the university. Police say one student died from injuries sustained in the attack, while another remains critically injured.
Police Confirm Student Death and Critical Injury After Campus Shooting
According to law enforcement, the shooting occurred on campus earlier this week, prompting an immediate emergency response. When officers arrived, they discovered two students suffering from gunshot wounds. One was later pronounced dead, and the second victim was transported to a hospital in critical condition.
Police have identified the deceased as a 19-year-old male student, whose family has been notified. The image shared publicly, provided by the family of De’Jon Fox, reflects the student believed to be the victim.
Investigators are still working to determine the exact sequence of events leading up to the shooting.
Suspect Identified as Parent of a Kentucky State University Student
In a development that has drawn widespread attention, authorities confirmed that the person believed to be responsible for the shooting is the parent of another KSU student. Police have not yet released the suspect’s name publicly, nor have they confirmed whether the parent had any direct connection to the victims before the shooting.
Officials are evaluating whether the incident stemmed from a dispute, a targeted act, or an unrelated confrontation that escalated.
Campus Community Shocked as Investigation Expands
Kentucky State University officials say they are cooperating fully with law enforcement and have reinforced patrols across campus. Students and staff have expressed deep concern following the shooting, which occurred during regular campus activity hours.
University leadership issued a statement emphasizing support for students and stressing that violence of any kind will not be tolerated. Counseling services and on-campus safety resources have been made available to the student body in the days following the incident.
Police Continue Searching for Motive and Additional Details
Authorities are continuing to interview witnesses, collect surveillance footage, and reconstruct the moments before the shooting. Investigators have not announced a motive and have not confirmed whether the suspect is currently in custody.
Law enforcement is urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward as they work to provide clarity and pursue charges.
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