Five wounded in Virginia State University shooting as campus lockdown lifts
One victim remains in critical condition following the attack, which occurred two days before the commencement of the fall semester.
Five people have been hospitalised following a shooting at Virginia State University in the United States, with one victim reported in critical condition. The incident occurred early on Saturday morning near the institution’s Quad Annexes, prompting a campus-wide lockdown that was lifted at 8:21am (12:21 GMT).
According to a statement from the university, the shooting involved multiple suspects. Police located the victims near the university’s residence halls shortly after the incident. While four of the injured are being treated for non-critical wounds, the severity of the fifth patient’s condition has been highlighted by campus authorities.
A significant law enforcement presence remains on campus as the investigation continues. Chesterfield County Police are leading the inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the shooting. The university has urged anyone with information regarding the incident to contact the police directly to assist with the ongoing probe.
The attack took place just two days before the scheduled start of the fall semester, disrupting preparations for the return of students and staff. The university has not yet released the identities of the suspects or confirmed whether any arrests have been made in connection with the violence.
As authorities secure the area, the focus remains on identifying the individuals involved and establishing the motive behind the shooting. The university continues to cooperate with local law enforcement as the situation is managed.
