Lincoln University shooting suspect: Who is Zecqueous Morgan-Thompson? First details emerge

Zecqueous Morgan-Thompson, 21, was arrested for links to the Lincoln University shooting. He is charged with illegal firearm possession.

Updated on: Oct 27, 2025, 06:11:12 IST

By Shamik Banerjee

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Zecqueous Morgan-Thompson, a 21-year-old, was arrested for links to the mass shooting at a homecoming event at Lincoln University in Pennsylvania on Saturday night that killed one injured six. Chester County District Attorney Chris de Barrena-Sarobe identified Morgan-Thompson in an update on the shooting on Sunday evening.

The DA clarified that Morgan-Thompson has been detained and charged for carrying a firearm illegally, but it's not known yet if the firearm was used in the mass shooting.

"I cannot confirm, however, right now at this time whether or not the gun that was found on him was used in the shooting," the DA said at Sunday's presser. "We have further things to do before we can confirm or deny that."

The details of the suspect who carried out the shooting are unclear at the moment as the investigation continues. The District Attorney said that they believe more than one person could be involved in the shooting, the details of which are likely to be revealed as the probe continues.

The criminal complaints against Morgan-Thompson state that he entered the university with a firearm and was inside the university with it at the time of the shooting on late Saturday evening. He is being lodged in the Chester County Jail on bail of $25,000.

He reportedly admitted to transporting the firearm to the university from Wilmington, Delaware, upon being investigated by the police.

Also read: Lincoln University shooting: 1 dead, 6 injured in mass shooting at homecoming event in Pennsylvania

Lincoln University Shooting Update: What We Know So Far

The shooting took place outside a building called the International Culture Center at Lincoln University campus at around 9:30 p.m. on Saturday. There was a large gathering in that area as alumni and current students celebrated homecoming festivities at the historically Black college located roughly 50 miles southwest of Philadelphia.

The shooter/s reported fired at the students who were socializing after a football match earlier that day in tents and tables outside the building set up specifically for the homecoming celebrations.

One of the victims, a 25-year-old male, died on Saturday night with a gunshot wound to the head. The others remain in critical condition.

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Shamik Banerjee
Shamik is a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times. He has more than four years of experience reporting on US politics, sports, and major breaking stories across fast-moving cycles. He previously worked at Times Now and Sportskeeda, building strong newsroom instincts and digital storytelling skills. At HT.com, he focuses on day-to-day coverage of US political developments while also handling high-impact stories that demand speed, accuracy, clarity, and context under pressure. Shamik has extensive experience covering NFL game days over the past two years, coordinating live updates, analysis, and explainers. He is particularly drawn to large news moments such as US elections and the Super Bowl, where he thrives at the news desk working alongside the team. He holds degrees in Media Studies from Jamia Millia Islamia and English Literature from Jadavpur University. Before entering journalism, he briefly worked in digital marketing and political consultancy roles. Currently a Senior Content Producer at HT Digital, he is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a constant desire to explore new and obscure topics. Outside work, he enjoys reading, films, sports, and learning continuously.Read More

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