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Orangeburg Today
By the People, for the People
Shooting at South Carolina State University Leaves Two Dead
At least one other person was injured in the campus incident.
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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Two people were killed and at least one other was injured in a shooting on the campus of South Carolina State University on Thursday evening. The university issued a campus lockdown after receiving a report of a shooting in a student residential complex. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division is investigating the incident.
Why it matters
Campus shootings are a tragic and all-too-common occurrence in the United States, raising concerns about student safety and security on college campuses. This incident at South Carolina State University, a historically Black public university, adds to the ongoing national dialogue around gun violence and the need for improved safety measures in higher education settings.
The details
According to the university, the shooting took place around 9:15 p.m. on Thursday in the Hugine Suites student residential complex. The campus was immediately placed on lockdown, and the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) was called in to investigate. The identities of the victims and the condition of the injured person have not been released.
- The shooting occurred around 9:15 p.m. on Thursday, February 13, 2026.
- The campus remained on lockdown as of 1 a.m. on Friday, February 14, 2026.
The players
South Carolina State University
A public historically Black university located in Orangeburg, South Carolina.
South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED)
The state law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.
What’s next
The university has canceled Friday classes and is providing counseling services for students. SLED will continue its investigation into the shooting and release more details as they become available.
The takeaway
This tragic shooting at South Carolina State University is a stark reminder of the ongoing gun violence crisis on college campuses across the United States. It underscores the need for comprehensive safety measures, mental health resources, and community-based solutions to address the root causes of such incidents and protect students.
