Ball State University student killed in off campus shooting

MUNCIE, Ind. (AP) — Police in Muncie were investigating after a Ball State University student was killed in an off campus shooting.

The shooting happened early Saturday, police said. Deputy Police Chief Melissa Pease said dispatchers received a report of “possible fight and shots fired.” Pease said the victim was a Ball State student.

Police have not released a motive.

In a statement issued Saturday, the university acknowledged the student's death and said it will support the victim’s family and any students who want help.