South Carolina State University is on lockdown after reports of shots fired at Hugine Suites.
The school’s website put out a statement on its website:
“SCSU Alert: Campus on lockdown following shots Hugine Suites. Campus police investigating. Hugine Suites residents who are not in the complex report to SHM. Anyone is Hugine Suites stay put. Students in other residence halls return to your rooms. Off-campus residents, please exit campus.”
One woman has since been pronounced dead. Two other people were injured.
“We extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the young woman who lost her life and to all who have been affected,” SC State President Alexander Conyers said. “We are cooperating fully with law enforcement as they investigate these senseless acts of violence. The safety and well-being of our students, employees, and guests remain our top priority.”
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Officials told Channel 9 that all three victims were guests on the campus. One of the injured victims was flown in a helicopter to a hospital. The other was injured running from the scene.
It’s the university’s homecoming week.
Around 11 p.m., the school put out the following statement on its Facebook page:
The South Carolina State University campus is on lockdown following a shooting. The Homecoming concert scheduled for tonight has been canceled. If you are not a current student, please do not attempt to come to campus. Public Safety has asked the State Law Enforcement Division to investigate.
The school remains on lockdown as the investigation continues.
“We know this tragedy has shaken our Bulldog Family, and we are providing counseling and support for anyone in need,” Conyers said. “I ask everyone to continue caring for one another.”
SLED is investigating the shooting. And the school said they had been working with law enforcement ahead of the homecoming celebration.
“Throughout Homecoming Week, the university worked closely with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, the Orangeburg Department of Public Safety, the Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office, and other partners to ensure a strong law enforcement presence on and around the campus,” said Dr. Gerald Hubbard Smalls, vice president for finance and administration. “These agencies supplemented our own Department of Public Safety officers as part of a coordinated safety plan for the celebration.
“SC State also implemented additional safety measures, including controlled entry points for major events, increased camera monitoring, and enhanced emergency communications protocols,” Smalls said. “We are grateful to our law enforcement partners for their professionalism and rapid response.”
No additional details have been made available.
This is a developing story. Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.
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