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15 Oct 2024 | 12:13 AM UTC

US: Police investigate shooting at Virginia State University in Petersburg, Va., Oct. 14

FLASH: Police investigating shooting at Virginia State University in Petersburg, Va., Oct. 14. Avoid the area.

Warning

Police are investigating a shooting near Moore Hall at Virginia State University in Petersburg, Virginia, late Oct. 14. Police did not immediately announce any casualties or arrests. Officials have placed the university on lockdown in response to the incident, which will likely prompt a major security operation and localized transport disruptions.

This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.

Avoid the area until police give the all-clear. Heed the instructions of security personnel.