Old Dominion University shooting leaves 1 dead, 2 injured; gunman also dead

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2 hurt, suspect dead at Old Dominion University after opening fire on campus

Two people were injured and a suspect is dead after a shooting inside Constant Hall at Old Dominion University on Thursday, officials said. The gunfire was reported shortly before 10:49 a.m. University police, Norfolk Police and emergency crews responded, and the two injured victims were taken to a local hospital. Authorities have not released their conditions. 

One person was killed and two others were injured in a shooting at Old Dominion University on Thursday, and the gunman is also dead, police said.

What we know:

Gunfire was reported shortly before 10:49 a.m. inside Constant Hall on ODU’s main campus.

University police, Norfolk Police and emergency crews responded to the scene.

Police said three people were injured. Two victims were transported by emergency crews to a local hospital. A third person drove themselves to the hospital for treatment.

During a press briefing, authorities confirmed that one of the victims had died. Police said they are working to notify the victim’s family before releasing additional information.

The other two victims are listed in stable condition.

Officials also confirmed the gunman is dead.

Old Dominion University canceled classes and operations on its main campus for the remainder of the day as officers secured the area.

Just before 12:15 p.m., the university issued an all-clear notification stating there was no longer an active threat to the campus community.

What they're saying:

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger said she is monitoring the situation closely.

"I have spoken with university leadership. My Administration remains in close contact with local emergency responders as state support is being mobilized to assist ODU and Norfolk," she said.

U.S. Sen. Mark Warner also issued a statement.

"I’m closely monitoring the reports of a shooting at Old Dominion University, and am grateful to our first responders. Please follow all guidance from local law enforcement. I’m keeping the students and the community in my thoughts."

The university posted an all-clear notification just before 12:15 p.m. "The emergency at Constant Hall has ended. There is no longer an active threat to the campus community," the message said.

This is a developing story. Stay with FOX 5 for updates.

Old Dominion University shooting: 2 injured, suspect dead after opening fire on campus, officials say (Old Dominion University)

The Source: Information in this article comes from Old Dominion University, Norfolk Police Department, Gov. Abigail Spanberger and Sen. Mark Warner. 

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