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What's happening at Virginia State University? Multiple injured amid shooting, campus under lockdown

A shooting at Virginia State University has left several injured near Boisseau Street. The university is under lockdown as police conduct an investigation.

What's happening at Virginia State University? Multiple injured amid shooting, campus under lockdown

Virginia State University (VSU) is under lockdown following a shooting incident that left several people injured. The incident occurred near the Quad Annexes on Boisseau Street and Third Avenue on Friday. VSU Police and Chesterfield County Police are investigating the shooting, which involved multiple suspects. Multiple individuals were treated for gunshot wounds at local hospitals, with none of the injuries appearing to be life-threatening.

The university and police are urging individuals to stay away from the area. Students and campus community members are following the instructions of law enforcement. No arrests have been made, and no suspect has been identified yet. Those with information are directed to contact VSU Police at 804-524-5411.

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  • Incident occurred around 1:30 a.m. outside a residence hall.
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