Crime
20-year-old male shot on SUNY Morrisville campus in New York
MORRISVILLE, N.Y. — The New York State Police and University Police are conducting a joint investigation following a shooting incident that occurred afternoon on the SUNY Morrisville campus.
At approximately 3:45 p.m., troopers responded to South Hall after receiving reports of a shooting.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a 20-year-old male victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the neck.
The victim, who is not a student at SUNY Morrisville, was transported to Upstate University Hospital for treatment.
His current condition has not been released.
Authorities confirmed that no other injuries have been reported and stated there is no ongoing threat to the campus community.
A command post has been established as investigators continue processing the scene and gathering evidence.
In a statement, New York State Police (NYSP) said additional details will be released as the investigation progresses.
Shortly after the incident, SUNY Morrisville issued an emergency alert on its official website, notifying students and staff of an immediate campus lockdown and the cancellation of all evening classes.
The message read:
“Lockdown / Evening Classes Cancelled
Campus on lockdown. All evening classes on the Morrisville campus have been cancelled. Students in classes currently are required to remain in place. Please remain where you are until the lockdown has been lifted.”
At 4:37 p.m., Governor Kathy Hochul addressed the situation in a post on X (formerly Twitter), stating:
“I have been briefed on the shooting on campus at SUNY Morrisville. New York State Police are assisting local law enforcement and SUNY leadership as they respond to this situation. The campus remains on lockdown until further notice.”
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available from state and university authorities.
Crime
Who was Jesse Strang? Tumbler Ridge Secondary School Shooting Suspect Identified as Transgender Student
Authorities are continuing to investigate the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, that left at least 10 people dead, including multiple victims at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School and two individuals at a separate residence connected to the case.
While the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have not formally released the suspect’s identity, the alleged shooter has been identified by a close family member as 17-year-old Jesse Strang, a student at the school.
The outlet stated it spoke with Russell G. Strang, identified as the suspect’s uncle, who claimed that Jesse was responsible for the attack and described the teen as transgender.
Law enforcement has not publicly confirmed these details, and investigators have urged the public to rely on verified information as the case remains active.
According to RCMP, gunfire was first reported at approximately 1:20 p.m. at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School.
Responding officers discovered six victims deceased inside the building, while a seventh victim later died while being transported to a hospital.
Two additional victims were airlifted to regional medical facilities with serious or life-threatening injuries, and roughly 25 others were evaluated for injuries believed to be non-life-threatening.
During the investigation, officers identified what they described as a “secondary location believed to be connected to the incident.” At that residence, police located two additional victims who were pronounced dead at the scene.
The suspected gunman is also deceased, reportedly from what investigators believe to be a self-inflicted injury.
“Officers are conducting further searches of additional homes and properties to determine whether anyone else may be injured or otherwise linked to today’s events,” the RCMP said in a statement.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed profound sorrow following the tragedy.
“I am devastated by this shooting. I join Canadians in grieving with those whose lives have been changed irreversibly today, and in gratitude for the courage and selflessness of the first responders who risked their lives to protect their fellow citizens,” Carney said.
Tumbler Ridge, a remote community of approximately 2,400 residents in the Northern Rockies region of northeastern British Columbia, is now grappling with the aftermath of one of the deadliest acts of violence in its history.
Crisis support resources and emergency personnel have been mobilized to assist victims, families, and residents affected by the tragedy.
In the wake of the shooting, strong opinions and commentary have circulated online regarding the suspect’s identity, gender, and possible motives.
Authorities have not established a motive, nor have they confirmed personal details about the suspect. Officials caution against spreading speculation or attributing the attack to any ideology or group without verified evidence.
The investigation remains active as law enforcement works to confirm the suspect’s identity, reconstruct the timeline of events, and determine what factors led to the violence.
Additional updates are expected as authorities continue to gather and verify information.
Officials are urging anyone with relevant information to contact law enforcement and encouraging the public to respect the privacy of the victims’ families during this time of profound loss.