South Carolina State University issued a lockdown advisory after reports of gunfire near a campus residence hall Saturday night, according to the university’s Department of Public Safety.
Officials say the incident occurred near the Hugine Suites, a student housing facility located on campus.
University authorities are urging students and staff to return to their residence halls immediately.
Off-campus individuals are being asked to leave university grounds as the situation develops.
In addition, the university’s Homecoming concert, scheduled for Saturday evening, has been cancelled.
‘The South Carolina State University campus is on lockdown following a shooting. The Homecoming concert scheduled for tonight has been canceled,’ the warning posted on the university’s website reads.
South Carolina State University issued a lockdown advisory after reports of gunfire near a campus residence hall Saturday night
Officials say the incident occurred near the Hugine Suites, a student housing facility located on campus
In addition, the university’s Homecoming concert, scheduled for Saturday evening, has been cancelled, according to the warning posted on the university’s website
‘If you are not a current student, please do not attempt to come to campus. Public Safety has asked the State Law Enforcement Division to investigate.’
Following the reports, South Carolina Congresswoman Nancy Mace took to X, to share her condolences for those involved in the ongoing situation.
‘Praying for everyone at South Carolina State University tonight. Please stay safe and follow law enforcement instructions as they respond to reports of a shooting on campus. Our hearts are with the students, faculty, and families affected,’ she wrote.
Senator Tim Scott said his office is ‘closely monitoring the situation’ and offered his prayers for ‘everyone’s safety on campus.’
No injuries have been reported at this time.
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