Shooting at University Campus in Virginia Leaves Two Injured and Prompts Emergency Response

A shooting incident at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, left two people injured and triggered a large emergency response on campus after an armed man opened fire inside a university building.

According to information released by the university, the suspect began shooting inside Constant Hall, a building that houses the College of Business. The gunfire prompted immediate emergency alerts to students, faculty and staff, urging people to avoid the area and seek shelter.

Authorities confirmed that two individuals were wounded during the incident and were transported to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. Their conditions were not immediately disclosed.

The university also reported that the suspected gunman was shot and killed during the incident. Officials have not yet released details about the identity of the shooter or the possible motive behind the attack.

Following the shooting, police units quickly surrounded the campus area. Several streets around the university were blocked as law enforcement secured the scene and conducted a search to ensure there were no additional threats.

University officials issued an emergency notification shortly after the shooting occurred, informing the campus community about the situation and instructing people to remain in safe locations while authorities responded.

As a precautionary measure, all classes and campus operations were canceled for the remainder of the day. The decision was made to allow law enforcement to complete their investigation and to ensure the safety of the approximately 24,000 students who attend the university.

Constant Hall, where the shooting took place, is one of the central academic buildings on campus and typically sees heavy student activity throughout the day. The incident caused immediate concern among students and staff who were present in nearby facilities at the time.

Emergency responders, including police and medical teams, remained on site for several hours following the incident. Investigators are continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding the shooting and whether the suspect had any connection to the university.

While authorities work to determine the motive and sequence of events, university officials have emphasized that the safety and well-being of students, faculty and staff remain the institution’s top priority.