A shooting incident occurred on October 25, 2025, during Homecoming celebrations at Lincoln University in Pennsylvania, resulting in one fatality and six injuries. Law enforcement agencies are investigating the incident, and a suspect has not yet been apprehended. The campus was placed on lockdown following the event.
Story Highlights
- One person passed away and six were injured in a shooting during Lincoln University’s Homecoming weekend.
- The suspect remains at large, and no arrests have been made.
- The historic HBCU campus was placed on lockdown as the investigation continues.
- Governor Shapiro urged the public to avoid the area during the search for the perpetrator.
Campus Incident During Homecoming
Lincoln University’s Homecoming weekend was disrupted on October 25, 2025, when gunfire erupted during evening celebrations on the Pennsylvania campus. The incident resulted in one death and six injuries, leading to the evacuation or sheltering in place of students, alumni, and visitors. Law enforcement from Pennsylvania and Delaware responded to secure the historically Black university and initiate an investigation into the event.
BREAKING: Chief Marc Partee of Lincoln University on the mass shooting that killed one and injured six others during Homecoming weekend.
Shooting erupted around 9:30pm at the International Cultural Center on campus @FOX29philly #lincolnuniversity pic.twitter.com/TAVbmiq1Ef
— Jennifer Lee (@JennLeeTV) October 26, 2025
Suspect Search Continues
As of more than 12 hours after the shooting, police have not made any arrests or released suspect information. The ongoing search for the perpetrator has raised concerns within the campus community regarding safety and security protocols at the rural Chester County institution.
Multi-Agency Law Enforcement Response
The shooting prompted a response from multiple jurisdictions, including local police, Pennsylvania State Police, and Delaware authorities. Governor Josh Shapiro issued public statements, advising citizens to avoid the area and offering condolences to the victims’ families. Emergency services transported the wounded to area hospitals, while investigators worked to gather evidence and interview witnesses.
Impact on Historic HBCU Community
Lincoln University, established in 1854 as one of America’s oldest historically Black colleges and universities, is now among the campuses affected by gun violence. The university administration has made counseling and mental health support services available and is collaborating with law enforcement agencies. Students and families are addressing the implications of the incident on their campus environment.
The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to identify the shooter and determine the motive behind the attack.
Watch the report: 1 dead, 6 injured in shooting at Lincoln University during homecoming
Sources:
1 dead, 6 injured in homecoming shooting at Lincoln University in Pennsylvania – CBS Philadelphia
1 dead, 6 injured after mass shooting at Lincoln University Homecoming | FOX 29 Philadelphia
At least 4 shot during homecoming at Lincoln University in Pennsylvania | CNN
