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5 injured, 1 critically, in shooting at Virginia State University: officials
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· August 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about the shooting can be found through official sources, including school officials and news outlets such as ABC7 Los Angeles.
A shooting occurred at Virginia State University, resulting in injuries to five people. One of the individuals is in critical condition. The incident prompted a lockdown of the campus.
School officials have confirmed the details of the shooting, which took place early Saturday morning. The lockdown was a response to the incident, indicating a serious situation. Further information about the shooting can be found through official sources, including school officials and news outlets such as ABC7 Los Angeles .
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Category: schools Published: August 15, 2026 Source: ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) Reading time: 1 min
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