Shooting Near Virginia State University Leaves One Critical, Campus Lockdown Lifted
Early Saturday morning, five individuals were shot near Virginia State University's campus residence halls. One victim is in critical condition. A campus lockdown that was initiated following the incident has since been lifted.
Dallas Fort Worth, TX, August 15, 2026 —
Five individuals sustained gunshot wounds in an incident that occurred early Saturday morning near the campus residence halls of Virginia State University. Authorities confirmed that one of the victims is currently in critical condition following the shooting.
A campus-wide lockdown was enacted shortly after the incident was reported. The lockdown has since been lifted, according to university officials. Specific details regarding the circumstances leading up to the shooting, the identities of the victims, or potential suspects were not immediately available.
The Virginia State University Police Department is leading the investigation into the shooting. Further information is expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
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