A shooting during Albany State University’s homecoming weekend has left one teenager dead and five others injured. The GBI is leading the investigation into the incident, which occurred in the evening Saturday near a campus concert packed with students and visitors.
Just The Facts:
• The shooting occurred around 8:50 p.m. on October 19 during Albany State’s Homecoming festivities.
• Six people were shot, including De’Marion Tashawn Daniels, a 19-year-old from Newnan, who was killed. Daniels was not an Albany State student.
• The five others injured included four girls, aged 13, 16, 17, and 20. A 19-year-old woman was hurt while fleeing the scene.
• The injured victims were treated at a triage site on campus before being taken to a hospital.
• No suspects have been arrested yet.
The Details: The shooting happened in a crowded area near a concert, sending shockwaves through the Albany State University community, which was celebrating one of its biggest annual events. The university’s police department, alongside local and state law enforcement, responded quickly, but the chaos had already unfolded.
The campus was locked down shortly after the shooting, as officers searched for suspects. As of Sunday afternoon, no arrests had been made, and authorities are continuing their search for those responsible.
How You Can Help: The GBI is calling on anyone with information to assist in their investigation. Tips can be submitted to Albany State University Police at 229-430-4711 or through the GBI Tip Line at 1-800-597-TIPS (8477).
👮♂️ Gun Crimes in Our Communities: Here are statistics from The Gun Violence Archive, a non-profit meticulously tracking gun incidents.
2023 Statistics:
- Total gun-related incidents: 39,135
- Gun-related deaths (excluding suicides): 18,874
- Gun-related injuries: 36,357
- Mass shootings: 656
2022 Statistics:
- Total gun-related incidents: 42,064
- Gun-related deaths (excluding suicides): 20,200
- Gun-related injuries: 38,500
- Mass shootings: 647
While firearm deaths and injuries saw a slight decline compared to previous years, mass shootings continued to rise, with 2023 surpassing 650 incidents. This underscores the continued severity of gun violence in the U.S.
To Be Clear: These aren’t just digits on a page. Each statistic represents a life affected, a community shaken.
