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US: Shooting at Virginia State University leaves five injured; police investigation underway

US: Shooting at Virginia State University leaves five injured; police investigation underway

Virginia [US], August 15 (ANI): At least five people were injured by gunshot wounds, with one of them in critical condition, after a shooting took place at a university campus in the US state of Virginia. According to the Virginia State University Police Department, the shooting occured in the area of Quad Annexes.
In a social media post on X, Virginia State University said, "The lockdown at Virginia State University has been lifted. A significant law enforcement presence remains on campus as the investigation into this morning's shooting continues"
"Officers responded to the 33000 block of Boisseau Street at approximately 1:28 AM and discovered five individuals suffering from gunshot wounds outside VSU residence halls," it said.
"All five were transported to area hospitals. One individual is currently in critical condition. The remaining four sustained non-life-threatening injuries", it added.
As per the University, Chesterfield County Police are leading the investigation, with assistance from VSU Police, ATF, and the Hanover County Sheriff's Office.
It urged people with information to contact the police.

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— Virginia State University (@VSU_1882) August 15, 2026


This is a developing story. (ANI)

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