DOTHAN, Ala. — In a coordinated response to a recent on-campus shooting at Troy University, law enforcement officials apprehended a 16-year-old male suspect on Friday morning. The arrest marks a significant development in the investigation of the Saturday, August 30 incident, where a female student was injured near the Trojan Fitness Center.
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The suspect, whose identity remains undisclosed due to his age, was taken into custody by the Troy University Police Department, the City of Troy Police Department, and the Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force, reports WSFA.
Troy University Shooting Details and Response
The investigation was initiated shortly after a female student was shot in the foot following a Troy University football game against Nicholls State. The shooting took place around 9:30 p.m. near the university’s fitness center. The victim was promptly transported to a local hospital, where she received medical treatment for her injuries.
Troy University issued an emergency alert at 10:20 p.m., advising individuals to avoid the Trojan Fitness Arena. Notably, the campus did not enter lockdown.
Law Enforcement Collaboration Resulted in Suspect Apprehension
Troy University Police Chief George Beaudry highlighted the importance of the joint investigation between university and city police departments in achieving a swift resolution.
Despite the arrest, investigators have not disclosed a possible motive for the shooting.
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The suspect is currently held at Pike County Jail while authorities continue their investigation. He has been charged with assault in the second degree and unlawful possession of a firearm, reports WDHN.
