2 hurt, suspect dead at Old Dominion University after opening fire on campus
Two people were injured and a suspect is dead after a shooting inside Constant Hall at Old Dominion University on Thursday, officials said.
The gunfire was reported shortly before 10:49 a.m. University police, Norfolk Police and emergency crews responded, and the two injured victims were taken to a local hospital. Authorities have not released their conditions.
NORFOLK, Va. – Two people were injured and a suspect is dead after a shooting inside Constant Hall at Old Dominion University on Thursday, officials said.
What we know:
The gunfire was reported shortly before 10:49 a.m. University police, Norfolk Police and emergency crews responded, and the two injured victims were taken to a local hospital. Their conditions have not been released.
ODU canceled classes and operations on its main campus for the rest of the day as officers continued securing the area. Officials urged people to avoid Constant Hall while emergency personnel remain on scene.
What they’re saying:
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger said she is monitoring the situation closely.
“I have spoken with university leadership. My Administration remains in close contact with local emergency responders as state support is being mobilized to assist ODU and Norfolk,” she said.
U.S. Sen. Mark Warner also issued a statement.
“I’m closely monitoring the reports of a shooting at Old Dominion University, and am grateful to our first responders. Please follow all guidance from local law enforcement. I’m keeping the students and the community in my thoughts.”
The university posted an all-clear notification just before 12:15 p.m. “The emergency at Constant Hall has ended. There is no longer an active threat to the campus community,” the message said.
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Old Dominion University shooting: 2 injured, suspect dead after opening fire on campus, officials say (Old Dominion University)
The Source: Information in this article comes from Old Dominion University, Norfolk Police Department, Gov. Abigail Spanberger and Sen. Mark Warner.