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Suspect in Virginia State University shooting found hiding in dorm closet

Suspect in Virginia State University shooting found hiding in dorm closet

Also reported by The Hill

Summary

A 19-year-old man named Camron Harris, suspected of shooting five people at Virginia State University, was caught hiding in a dorm closet over 14 hours after the incident. The victims were taken to hospitals, with one in critical condition, and the suspect faces multiple charges.

Key Facts

  • The shooting happened around 1:30 a.m. on Saturday at Virginia State University (VSU).
  • Camron Harris, who is not a VSU student, hid in a dorm closet for more than 14 hours before his arrest.
  • Harris was arrested at 4 p.m. in Seward Hall on the VSU campus.
  • Five people were shot; one is critically injured, others have non-life-threatening wounds.
  • At least one victim is a 20-year-old VSU student.
  • Harris faces charges including malicious wounding and use of a firearm during a felony.
  • VSU was temporarily locked down but later confirmed no further threat to the campus.
  • The investigation into the shooting and possible motive is ongoing.
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