Grambling State University: Late‑Night Chaos Unfolds
What Went Down
Grambling State University in Louisiana was hit by a brutal shooting on the night of Sunday, October 17th. A single life was lost and seven people suffered injuries in what is now the second deadly incident within just a week. This tragic event struck the campus around 1 am, right after the homecoming weekend celebrations had kicked off. The university’s latest update on Twitter said most of the injured weren’t students – one student survived, but the rest were civilians.
Immediate Campus Response
- All remaining homecoming festivities scheduled for Sunday were canceled immediately.
- Classes on Monday and Tuesday were scrapped to allow for a full cleanup.
- A 9:30 pm to 6:00 am curfew was established on campus, in effect until the situation stabilizes.
Getting the Wheat from the Chaff
The administration urged anyone with information to call the university hotlines at (318) 345‑0000 or (318) 274‑2222. Alongside the danger of misinformation spreading, they provided a clear call for accurate details.
Backstory: A Week of Unrest
Just a few days earlier, a second shooting took place on campus. A non‑student was fatally shot in front of the Favrot Student Union building on a Wednesday night. Two students who fled the scene were wounded but survived. By the time the university stepped back in, it had decided to boost campus security.
Police Update
The Louisiana State Police, which is leading the investigations for both events, noted that the two shootings appear unrelated. However, they have identified Jatavious “Rabbit” Carroll, an 18‑year‑old suspect from Wednesday’s incident, and are calling on the public for help in locating him.
About Grambling State
Grambling State University is a historic, public, historically black university located in Grambling, Louisiana. This sudden wave of violence has shaken its community, prompting urgent measures and a quest for answers.
