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Gunman Dead, Two Injured in Old Dominion U. Attack
Shooting occurred at a business school building on the Norfolk, Virginia campus.
Mar. 12, 2026 at 4:51pm
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A gunman is dead and two people were injured after an attack at an Old Dominion University business school building in Norfolk, Virginia on Thursday morning. The two injured individuals were transported to a hospital, and an alert was sent to students to follow 'Run-Hide-Fight' protocols as emergency personnel responded to the scene.
Why it matters
This incident raises concerns about campus safety and the ongoing challenges of gun violence in the United States, particularly at educational institutions. It also highlights the importance of emergency response protocols and the need for continued efforts to address the root causes of such attacks.
The details
The attack occurred just before 11:00 a.m. on Thursday in the Constant Hall building on the Old Dominion University campus. The gunman was killed, but details about the type of weapon used and how the gunman died have not been released. ODU sophomore Logan Hayes, who was taking a test at the time, reported hearing 'a multitude of gunshots' and people screaming.
- The attack occurred just before 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
The players
Logan Hayes
An ODU sophomore who was taking a test when the attack occurred and reported hearing gunshots and screaming.
What they’re saying
“I heard about a multitude of gunshots go off and people just screaming.”
— Logan Hayes, ODU Sophomore
What’s next
Authorities are still investigating the details of the attack, including the identity of the gunman and the motive behind the shooting. The university is providing support and resources to the campus community in the aftermath of the incident.
The takeaway
This tragic event underscores the ongoing need for comprehensive campus safety measures, mental health support, and gun violence prevention efforts to protect students, faculty, and staff at educational institutions across the country.
