Kentucky State University Entrance

Pictured: Kentucky State University in Frankfort, Ky., in the summer of 2021. 

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- One person is in custody after officers responded Tuesday afternoon to an "active aggressor" at Kentucky State University in Frankfort.

The Frankfort Police Department said its officers responded to campus just after 3:30 p.m. Shortly thereafter, they secured the campus and arrested a suspect, police said in a social media post minutes later.

Assistant Chief Scott Tracy said two people were hurt in the shooting, which happened at Young Hall on campus.

"We are aware of a reported shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort,." Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear posted on social media Tuesday afternoon. "At this time, we are aware of some injuries. We will share more information as available. Law enforcement are on scene, and a suspect has been arrested. Let’s pray for all those affected."

KSU's campus remains on lockdown, as of 3:45 p.m.

This story will be updated.

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