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The Virginia State University shooting

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Where it stands

Five people were shot outside residence halls near Virginia State University's quad; four had non-life-threatening injuries and one was in critical condition, with all five receiving hospital care. The lockdown was lifted, but no suspect was in custody and multiple agencies were investigating as of the report aired August 16, 2026.

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    1. Update 15 Shot at Virginia State University — 1 Critical, Arrest Hours Later Leaves More Questions

    The story so far

    1. Update 1

      5 Shot at Virginia State University — 1 Critical, Arrest Hours Later Leaves More Questions

      Five wounded outside VSU dorms during move-in weekend, one critically. A 19-year-old non-student was found in a Seward Hall closet — but police say more guns were fired.

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      • No identified motive, no updated victim conditions, and no names of additional shooters have been publicly reported.

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    Who's involved

    Places

    • Boisseau StreetBoisseau St, Ettrick, VA, USA1 report
    • Seward Residence HallSeward Residence Hall, 21101 Barnes St, VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY, VA 23806, USA1 report
    • Virginia State University21101 Barnes St, VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY, VA 23806, USA1 report

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