Shooting Near Florida A&M Campus Raises Vendors’ Safety Concerns
A shooting occurred near Florida A&M University's campus on Saturday night, in an area commonly used by homecoming vendors. The incident has prompted vendors to express concerns about safety and question whether they will return for future homecoming events.
Tallahassee Thomasville, FL, October 25, 2026 —
A shooting near Florida A&M University’s campus on Saturday night has prompted concerns among vendors who operate in an area commonly used for homecoming events. Some vendors are questioning whether they will return for future homecomings, according to the available information.
The incident occurred near the university, but the precise location was not provided. The information also does not identify the calendar date, the circumstances of the shooting, or whether anyone was injured. No details were provided about a police response, an investigation, or any arrests.
The area is commonly used by homecoming vendors, making the shooting a concern for people who work there during those events. Vendors have expressed concern about safety and are weighing whether to participate in future homecomings. The available information does not identify the vendors or specify how many have raised concerns.
It is not clear whether any vendors have made a final decision about returning. No statements from university officials, law enforcement, or event organizers were included in the information available for this report. Further details about the incident and any response from those parties were not provided.
For now, the reported impact on vendors is uncertainty about future participation. The information does not establish whether changes to event arrangements or safety measures are planned.
Story summarized from the original created by Brianna Shaw on www.wctv.tv, see more information here.
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