A female student was tragically shot and killed during a dispute at Kennesaw State University in Georgia over the weekend. The suspect, who is not a KSU student, has been charged with murder, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime. The shooting occurred in front of the Austin Residence Complex, before the suspect fled campus. KSU President Kathy Schwaig expressed her condolences to the victim’s family and friends, calling it an incredibly difficult time for all involved.
The university issued an alert regarding an armed intruder on campus on Saturday afternoon, advising students to avoid the South Campus housing area due to police activity. Just over half an hour later, it was confirmed that an individual had been shot on campus. By Sunday, the suspect had been detained by local police and authorities confirmed that there was no further threat to the campus community. The university’s police department is now working on the case with the assistance of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, who are supporting the investigation.
This incident marks the second time this year that an armed intruder was reported on campus, with a previous incident in January involving “armed suspects.” Fortunately, no shootings or fatalities occurred during that incident, and the threat was successfully removed by law enforcement. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has confirmed that they are assisting Kennesaw State University in their investigation.
Angela Yang, a culture and trends reporter for NBC News, covered the tragic shooting at Kennesaw State University. Meriam Bouarrouj also contributed to the reporting on this incident. The university has urged students and staff to come forward with any information that may assist in the investigation and to support each other during this difficult time. KSU is providing counseling services to those affected by the shooting and is working to ensure the safety and well-being of the campus community moving forward. The loss of the female student has deeply affected the university, and efforts are being made to remember and honor her memory.
