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Multiple injured in Virginia State University shooting; campus on lockdown

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FOX 5 DC
Virginia
Published August 15, 2026 7:38 AM EDT
Published August 15, 2026 7:38 AM EDT
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The Brief

    • Police are investigating a shooting at Virginia State University.
    • Multiple people were hurt and taken to area hospitals, authorities said.
    • Students have been told to shelter in place and the public is being asked to avoid the area.

ETTRICK, Va. - Police are investigating a shooting at Virginia State University that left multiple people injured, authorities said Friday.

What we know:

Virginia State University said the shooting happened near the Quad Annexes, in the area of Boisseau Street and Third Avenue.

Multiple people were shot and taken to area hospitals. The university said none of the injuries appear to be life-threatening.

VSU said the shooting involved multiple suspects.

Campus on lockdown

Virginia State University remains on lockdown as VSU Police and Chesterfield County Police investigate.

The university and Chesterfield County Police are asking people to avoid the area. Students and the campus community should follow law enforcement instructions.

Anyone with information is asked to contact VSU Police at 804-524-5411.

What's next:

Authorities have not announced any arrests or identified a suspect.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

The Source: This article was written using statements from Virginia State University, VSU Police and the Chesterfield County Police Department.

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