2 Killed, 1 Wounded in Shooting at South Carolina State University

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Two people were killed and one person was wounded in a shooting on the campus of South Carolina State University on Thursday night. The incident occurred at the Hugine Suites student residential complex, prompting a campus lockdown that remained in place hours after the shooting. Officials have not released any details about a suspect, and the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division is investigating the incident.

Why it matters

Shootings on college campuses are tragically all too common in the United States, raising concerns about student safety and security. This latest incident at South Carolina State University follows two other shootings on the campus in October, underscoring the need for improved safety measures and threat assessment protocols at universities.

The details

According to the university, the shooting was reported in an apartment at the Hugine Suites student residential complex on the Orangeburg campus. The university has not confirmed the identities of the victims or the condition of the wounded person. Classes have been canceled on Friday as the investigation continues.

• The shooting was reported on Thursday night.
• The campus remains on lockdown hours after the incident.

What’s next

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division will continue its investigation into the shooting, and the university will work to ensure the safety and security of its campus community.