South Carolina State University has been placed on lockdown after gunshots were reported on Saturday evening. The sounds were heard coming from Hugine Suites on the campus, as verified by the university’s Department of Public Safety. Students living on campus have been instructed to return to their residence halls, while off-campus residents have been advised to vacate the area, as per live5news.com.
Congresswoman Nancy Mace expressed her concerns on Twitter, urging everyone at South Carolina State University to stay safe and follow law enforcement directions in response to the reported shooting incident. She extended sympathies to the students, faculty, and families impacted.
A notification on the university’s website announced the lockdown following the shooting, with the cancellation of the Homecoming concert scheduled for that evening. The public was urged not to visit the campus unless they were current students. Public Safety has requested an investigation by the State Law Enforcement Division. Specific instructions were given to residents of Hugine Suites and other campus housing.
Authorities have not released an official statement regarding the event, and details about the potential gunman or any injuries are currently unavailable. Senator Tim Scott confirmed his office is closely monitoring the situation and offered prayers for everyone’s safety on campus, according to the Mirror US.
South Carolina State University, located in Orangeburg, had a similar lockdown incident in February 2024 due to reported gunshots. The university confirmed that there were no injuries during that incident, which was swiftly resolved within an hour with the arrest and charging of a suspect.
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