Courtesy of GSU Communications
At 1:46 p.m. Wednesday, Grambling State University Police received a GSAFE app alert regarding an isolated firearm-related incident near Bethune Hall. Officers responded immediately, and as a precaution, a lockdown was implemented in the affected area until 4:04 p.m.
“The safety of our students, faculty, and staff is always our top priority,” said Grambling State University President Martin Lemelle, Jr. “I want to commend the Grambling State University Police Department for their swift and professional response, as well as express my sincere appreciation to the law enforcement agencies that provided their support.
“Their coordination and commitment to ensuring the well-being of our campus community are truly commendable. We remain vigilant in our efforts to foster a safe environment and encourage everyone to stay engaged with our safety resources.”
No injuries were reported, and the suspects have been identified. The investigation is ongoing in coordination with law enforcement. There is no ongoing threat to campus safety.
