A tragic shooting unfolded at Lincoln University in Pennsylvania during the institution’s homecoming weekend, resulting in one fatality and several injuries, authorities have reported.

Marc Partee, the university’s police chief, confirmed during a press conference that the incident left one person dead and six others injured, all of whom have been transported to a hospital for treatment.

Police have apprehended one suspect in connection with the shooting.

The Chester County District Attorney’s Office issued a statement urging the public to stay clear of the area as law enforcement continues to investigate the scene. “Law enforcement has responded to the scene and are actively investigating,” the statement read. “Please avoid the area at this time.”

The shooting, which occurred on Saturday night, has cast a shadow over the homecoming celebrations at Lincoln University, leaving the community in shock.

Lincoln University is a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) and is located about 45 miles southwest of Philadelphia and about 25 miles west of Wilmington, Delaware.

This weekend marked the school’s homecoming festivities, with the main football game taking place at 1 p.m. Saturday.

“I’ve been briefed on the shooting at Lincoln University tonight, and my Administration has offered our full support to President Allen and local law enforcement,” Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro wrote on social media.

“Please avoid the area, continue to follow the guidance of local law enforcement, and join Lori and me in praying for the Lincoln University community,” the governor added.

The City of Chester, Chester County, Chester County Police Department, Chester County Sheriff’s Office and Lincoln University did not immediately respond to inquiries from Fox News Digital.

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