Jackson, MS (10/16/2023) – A Jackson State University student was shot and killed at an apartment complex on campus, Sunday, October 15, 2023.
The student identified as Jalen Burnes, an industrial technology major from Chicago, Illinois according to the University’s President, Dr. Elayne Hayes-Anthony.
The University issued the following safety message on its Facebook Page:
JSU Campus Safety Update. We are aware that a shooting took place late last night on Dalton Street involving two individuals that are not affiliated with Jackson State University. We are thankful that no students were involved or harmed. At the direction of Dr. Elayne Hayes Anthony, acting president of Jackson State University, a security plan was implemented for homecoming that included an increased security presence and checkpoints to enter campus for the Homecoming weekend. Those measures will continue. We would like to thank the JSU Department of Public Safety and the Capitol Police Department for their immediate response to this matter. We ask that everyone please remain vigilant to report any concerns to the Jackson State University Department of Public Safety.
Classes on Monday, October 16, 2023, are canceled.
