A terrorism investigation has been launched after a gunman attacked Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, Thursday, killing one person and wounding two others, the FBI says.
The shooter, who also died, opened fire just before 10:49 a.m. in Constant Hall, an academic building on the campus. Two victims are members of the Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) at ODU, a spokesperson said.
“Earlier today, an armed individual opened fire at Old Dominion University, leaving one person dead and two others wounded,” FBI director Kash Patel said in a statement hours after the shooting.
“The shooter is now deceased thanks to a group of brave students who stepped in and subdued him – actions that undoubtedly saved lives along with the quick response of law enforcement.
“The FBI is now investigating the shooting as an act of terrorism. Our Joint Terrorism Task Force is fully engaged, embedded with local authorities, and providing all resources necessary in the investigation. In the meantime, please pray for the victims, their families, and the ODU community.”
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Gunman kills one and injures two in shooting at Old Dominion University