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VSU Shooting: Multiple Injured, Campus on Lockdown
15 Aug
Summary
- Multiple individuals sustained injuries in a shooting incident.
- The university has been placed on a lockdown with students sheltering.
- Authorities are actively investigating the shooting with multiple suspects.
Virginia State University is currently under lockdown following a shooting incident that occurred near the Quad Annexes. Multiple individuals were injured in the event and have been transported to area hospitals; however, authorities have stated that none of the injuries are considered life-threatening.
VSU Police and Chesterfield County Police are actively investigating the shooting, which involved multiple suspects. Students and the wider campus community have been directed to shelter in place and follow law enforcement instructions. The university has requested that the public avoid the area while the investigation is underway.
As of Friday, no arrests have been made, and suspects have not yet been identified. VSU Police are appealing to the public for any information that could assist in their investigation, providing a direct contact number for tips. This is a developing story, with updates expected as more information becomes available.
