"This is a tragic event that saddens us as a university community," university President Neal Smatresk, said in a release.

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McMillan advanced toward the officer, who fired multiple shots in response, according to The Dallas Morning News.

The officer, whose name has not been released, was placed on paid administrative leave, according to The Dallas Morning News. The Texas Rangers are investigating the incident.

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Democrat Eric Gisler celebrated his Tuesday election victory at the Trappeze Pub in Athens, Ga. (AP)

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