VSU lockdown lifted after man shot on campus
1:29 a.m. ET Sunday: Virginia State University has lifted a lockdown after a man was shot on campus Saturday night.
According to WTVR, the shooting occurred about 8:25 p.m. The victim was taken to the hospital after being shot in the pelvis, the station reported. His injuries were not life-threatening, authorities said.
The shooting, which reportedly sparked fights and prompted an hours-long lockdown, occurred on homecoming weekend.
ORIGINAL STORY: Virginia State University is on lockdown after gunfire rang out Saturday, police said.
“Avoid the area,” VSU police tweeted. “Updates to follow.”
Shooting on Campus - VSU is on lockdown. Avoid the area. Updates to follow.
— VSU Police (@VSUPolice) October 15, 2017
Shooting on Campus Update - Police scene still active and the campus remains on lockdown. Continue to avoid area.
— VSU Police (@VSUPolice) October 15, 2017
It is homecoming weekend at the university.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
