South Carolina State University locked down after dorm shooting reports

No information has been released about injuries or suspects.

Published: October 5, 2025 8:42am

Updated: October 5, 2025 8:45am

Authorities placed South Carolina State University on lockdown late Saturday night following reports of gunfire near the Hugine Suites dormitory, university officials said. 

According to a campus alert, the lockdown was triggered after “shots fired at Hugine Suites.”  

Students were told to shelter in place. 

There has been no information released about injuries or suspects.  

 

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