Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear informed the public about a shooting incident at Kentucky State University (KSU) in Frankfort on Tuesday. He used X to announce that the suspect involved has been apprehended.

Governor Beshear stated, “We are currently aware of a shooting reported at Kentucky State University in Frankfort. There are some injuries reported. Further details will be provided as they become available.”

He added, “Law enforcement is present at the scene, and a suspect is now in custody. Please join me in praying for all those impacted by this event.”

The campus of Kentucky State University in Frankfort, Kentucky, served as the backdrop for this incident, as depicted in an iStock image accompanying the report.

The Frankfort Police Department confirmed via a social media update that officers responded to reports of “an active aggressor” on the KSU campus around 3:30 p.m. local time on Tuesday.

Police said both the department and university will share more information as it becomes available.

The Frankfort Sheriff’s Office wrote via Facebook that they “secured the campus and have a suspect in custody.”

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced the shooting at Kentucky State University on Tuesday via X. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley, File)

The campus remains in lockdown according to authorities. 

It is currently unclear the severity of injuries of those affected.

Fox News Digital has contacted the KSU and Frankfort police for further comment.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.