5 people shot at Virginia State University
Key Points:
- At least five people were shot early Saturday morning near the Quad Annexes at Virginia State University (VSU) in Ettrick, with officers responding around 1:28 a.m. and finding victims outside the dorms.
- Among the injured, one person is in critical condition while the others have non-life-threatening injuries; at least one victim is a VSU student who was not seriously hurt and has been released from the hospital.
- The campus was placed on lockdown for several hours, which was lifted by 8:22 a.m., and VSU announced an increased law enforcement presence on campus as the investigation continues.
- The Chesterfield County Police Department is leading the investigation with assistance from VSU police, the Hanover County Sheriff's Office, and the ATF.
- Authorities have urged people to avoid the area and follow all law enforcement instructions, while VSU continues to communicate safety measures and support resources to the university community.