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5 people injured in shooting with multiple shooters at Virginia State University
CBS News • • general
Key Points:
- A shooting involving multiple suspects occurred around 1:30 a.m. outside a residence hall at Virginia State University, injuring five people and prompting a temporary campus lockdown days before the new academic year.
- Police confirmed only one victim is a student, while others may be from surrounding communities; the incident was not a drive-by shooting, and multiple shooters are being sought.
- One victim is in critical condition, and the others have non-life-threatening injuries; all were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment.
- A significant law enforcement presence remains on campus as investigations continue, with assistance from the ATF and Hanover County Sheriff's Office; no arrests have been announced.
- Virginia State University, a historically Black university with about 5,700 students, was preparing to start classes on Monday, making the shooting especially impactful for the community and incoming students.
