Early Morning Shooting at Virginia State University Leaves Five Injured, Campus Locked Down
Five individuals sustained injuries in an early morning shooting incident that occurred at Virginia State University (VSU) in Ettrick, Virginia. The VSU campus was placed on lockdown following the shooting, which took place near Boisseau Street and Third Avenue. One…
St. Louis, MO, August 15, 2026 —
A shooting incident early this morning at Virginia State University (VSU) in Ettrick, Virginia, resulted in injuries to five individuals and prompted a campus-wide lockdown. The VSU campus was subsequently placed on lockdown following the incident.
The shooting occurred near the intersection of Boisseau Street and Third Avenue. Emergency services responded to the scene, and authorities confirmed that five people sustained injuries.
Of the five victims, one is reported to be in critical condition. The remaining four individuals suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The condition of the victims has not been further detailed.
Following the event, VSU initiated a lockdown of its campus to ensure the safety of students and staff. The lockdown was later lifted by university officials. A visible police presence remains on campus to maintain security and assist with the ongoing investigation.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting, including the identity of the shooter and the motive, are currently under investigation. Further details regarding the incident have not yet been released by university or law enforcement officials.
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