- Gunfire erupted near Lincoln University's International Culture Center during homecoming Saturday night, killing 20-year-old Jujuan Jeffers and injuring six others.
- Investigators said multiple shooters were believed to be involved in the mass shooting, and all six surviving victims are expected to recover.
- Police arrested 21-year-old Zecqueous Morgan-Thompson, charged only with illegal firearm possession; he admitted transporting the gun from Wilmington and is held on $25,000 bail.
- Lincoln University President Linda Allen offered condolences, pledged cooperation with law enforcement, and praised students for supporting one another after the shooting.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA — A homecoming celebration at Lincoln University turned deadly late Saturday night when gunfire erupted on the Pennsylvania campus, leaving one man dead and six others injured
The shooting took place around 9:30 p.m. outside the International Culture Center
Investigators have stated they believe multiple shooters were involved in the mass shooting
Arrest Made, but Investigation Continues
One person, 21-year-old Zecqueous Morgan-Thompson, was taken into custody immediately following the incident
Chester County District Attorney Chris de Barrena-Sarobe emphasized in a press conference on Sunday that the investigation is still active
According to the criminal complaint, Morgan-Thompson entered the university with a firearm and was on campus with it at the time of the shooting
University Response
At a press conference on Tuesday, Lincoln University President Linda Allen offered her condolences to the victims
She also lauded the campus community for its resilience. "We are also grateful to the students who have taken the lead to comfort one another and to help the campus," Allen added
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