2 Killed, 1 Injured in Shooting at SC State University

Campus was locked down for more than 8 hours after the incident

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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A shooting inside a South Carolina State University residence hall late Thursday left two people dead and another wounded, prompting an overnight lockdown. The gunfire was reported around 9:15pm in an apartment at the Hugine Suites student housing complex on the Orangeburg campus, about 45 miles southeast of Columbia, school officials said.

Why it matters

Campus shootings are a tragic and all-too-common occurrence in the United States, raising concerns about student safety and the need for improved security measures at universities.

The details

The university ordered students and staff to shelter in place as law enforcement officers swept the area. The lockdown was lifted at 5:20am.

  • The shooting was reported around 9:15pm on Thursday, February 13, 2026.
  • The campus lockdown lasted for more than 8 hours, until 5:20am on Friday, February 14, 2026.

The players

South Carolina State University

A public historically black university located in Orangeburg, South Carolina.

Hugine Suites

A student housing complex on the South Carolina State University campus where the shooting took place.

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What’s next

Law enforcement officials are investigating the shooting and working to determine the motive and identify the suspects.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the need for continued efforts to improve campus safety and security, as well as address the underlying societal issues that contribute to gun violence.