19-Year-Old Arrested in Virginia State University Dormitory Area Shooting
Authorities have arrested a 19-year-old, Camron Harris, in connection with a shooting that occurred near dormitory buildings at Virginia State University, resulting in five individuals being wounded. Harris, who is not a student, was found hiding in a campus closet.…
Nashville, TN, August 16, 2026 —
Virginia State University experienced a significant incident when authorities arrested a 19-year-old, Camron Harris, in connection with a shooting that took place near dormitory buildings on campus. The shooting left five individuals wounded.
Harris, who is not affiliated with the university as a student, was apprehended by authorities after being discovered concealed within a closet on the campus grounds. The discovery and subsequent arrest occurred following the shooting incident.
The event led to an immediate campus-wide lockdown, with students and staff instructed to shelter in place for safety. The lockdown has since been lifted, allowing for the resumption of normal campus activities. However, the investigation into the shooting is ongoing.
At this time, the motive behind the shooting remains unclear. Law enforcement officials are continuing their efforts to determine the reasons for the incident.
Further details regarding the wounded individuals, including their conditions and whether they are students or staff, have not been provided. The university has not released additional information beyond the initial reports of the arrest and the lifting of the lockdown.
Story summarized from the original created by AP via Scripps News Group on www.newschannel5.com, see more information here.
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