Semaj Joiner, 23, was arrested and charged with carrying a firearm on school property, attempted second-degree murder and illegal use of a weapon or dangerous instrumentalities. Joiner was taken into custody by U.S. Marshals in Fort Worth, Texas.
“I would like to thank the Louisiana State Police Apprehension Team, U.S. Marshals Services, Baton Rouge Police Department for collaborating with SUPD to help bring this suspect into custody,” Southern University Police Department Chief Joycelyn Johnson said. “The public has also been very supportive in this case.”
A student was taken to a hospital after the shooting. A university spokesperson previously said the victim was expected to make a full recovery.
The campus was placed on lockdown after a shooting was reported at Jones Hall around 7 p.m. on March 2. An arrest warrant was issued for Joiner on March 5.
An affidavit states Joiner and the victim contacted each other through a social media app and agreed to meet for a haircut. Joiner reportedly pulled out a gun and cocked it. Detectives said a shot was fired after a physical struggle over money owed.
Joiner will be extradited to Louisiana for prosecution.
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