20-Year-Old Man Injured in Shooting on SUNY Morrisville Campus Monday Afternoon
MORRISVILLE, N.Y. — The quiet atmosphere of the SUNY Morrisville campus was shattered Monday afternoon when gunfire erupted near South Hall, leaving a 20-year-old man hospitalized and prompting a swift lockdown across the university. Authorities confirmed that the victim, who is not a SUNY Morrisville student, sustained a gunshot wound to the neck and was rushed to Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse for emergency treatment. His current medical condition has not yet been made public.
The New York State Police (NYSP), working alongside University Police, quickly launched a joint investigation into the shooting, which occurred at approximately 3:45 p.m. on November 3, 2025. According to initial reports, officers responded immediately to South Hall, a central area on campus that houses multiple student dormitories and common areas. Upon arrival, first responders discovered the young man suffering from severe injuries. Lifesaving measures were performed on-site before he was transported by ambulance.
Law enforcement officials swiftly secured the area and instructed students, faculty, and staff to shelter in place as a precautionary measure. The university’s emergency alert system was activated moments after the shooting, issuing a lockdown notification across the campus through text, email, and loudspeaker announcements. Within minutes, classrooms and dorms were placed under lockdown while officers conducted a thorough sweep of the premises to ensure there were no additional threats.
By 4:30 p.m., police confirmed that the suspect or suspects involved had fled the immediate scene. Investigators later announced that there was no ongoing danger to the community, though they have not released further details regarding potential leads or motives. A temporary command post was established near South Hall, where detectives, evidence technicians, and forensic teams began processing the area for ballistic evidence, surveillance footage, and witness statements.
The identity of the victim has not been publicly released pending notification of family members. According to law enforcement sources, early findings suggest that the incident may have been targeted rather than random, though investigators are exploring all possibilities, including potential disputes or altercations leading up to the shooting.
Students on campus described the situation as chaotic and frightening. “We heard sirens everywhere and then the lockdown alert came through,” said sophomore Emily Crawford, who was studying in the library at the time. “Everyone was just scared and confused. We didn’t know what was happening outside.”
SUNY Morrisville President Dr. David Rogers issued a statement Monday evening expressing deep concern and emphasizing the university’s commitment to safety. “Our thoughts are with the young man who was injured and his family. We are fully cooperating with state and local law enforcement as they investigate this deeply troubling incident,” Rogers said. Counseling services have been made available to students and staff affected by the trauma of the event.
The New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) is leading forensic efforts, while University Police continue to assist in interviewing witnesses who may have seen suspicious individuals or vehicles near South Hall around the time of the shooting. The investigation remains active, with authorities urging anyone with information to contact NYSP Troop D Headquarters or SUNY Morrisville Police immediately.
As night fell over the campus, the once-bustling grounds of SUNY Morrisville were eerily quiet. Students continued to follow safety protocols, with classes and activities suspended for the remainder of the day. The community now waits anxiously for updates on the victim’s condition and for clarity on what led to the tragic incident that disrupted an otherwise peaceful Monday afternoon.
