A shooter who attacked individuals on the campus of Kentucky State University in Frankfort has been taken into custody after several people were injured in the assault, authorities confirmed.

Reports said two people were injured and one unconfirmed statement indicated one person died.

Gov. Andy Beshear said, “We are aware of a reported shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort. At this time, we are aware of some injuries. We will share more information as available. Law enforcement are on scene, and a suspect has been arrested. Let’s pray for all those affected.”

We are aware of a reported shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort. At this time, we are aware of some injuries. We will share more information as available. Law enforcement are on scene, and a suspect has been arrested. Let’s pray for all those affected.

— Governor Andy Beshear (@GovAndyBeshear) December 9, 2025

Another report said “multiple” were injured in the attack that happened about 3:35 p.m.

Reports of an “active aggressor” triggered a rapid response by police, and the campus was put on lockdown as the scene was secured.

SHOOTING AT KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY – MULTIPLE INJURED, SUSPECT IN CUSTODY

Multiple people were injured after a shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort on Tuesday around 3:35 p.m., triggering a rapid police response to what was described as an “active… pic.twitter.com/wub6O7AzRf

— Info Room (@InfoR00M) December 9, 2025

Kentucky State University shooting leaves multiple injured, suspect in custody: cops https://t.co/D6rluFjcFS pic.twitter.com/2H92TKPhaz

— New York Post (@nypost) December 9, 2025

BREAKING – Governor Beshear says suspect arrested in Kentucky State University shooting; injuries reported. pic.twitter.com/2qw8CG5BaD

— Salem News Channel (@WatchSalemNews) December 9, 2025