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Henrico teen wanted for shooting 5 people at VSU found hiding in dorm closet, police say - wtvr.com
Virginia State University police arrested a 19-year-old found hiding in a dorm closet after he allegedly shot five people on campus Saturday. Camron Harris, who is not a student at VSU, was discovered in Seward Hall over 14 hours after the early morning shooting, which occurred around 1:30 a.m.
Camron Harris, who is not a student at VSU, was discovered in Seward Hall over 14 hours after the early morning shooting, which occurred around 1:30 a.m. Police took Harris to Chesterfield County Jail, holding him without bond.
He faces eight felony warrants, four counts of malicious wounding and four for using a firearm in a felony. Police noted that additional charges remain possible in the ongoing investigation. For Lubbock families sending their kids off to college, or even those living in apartments around Tech Terrace, this story makes you question the perceived safety of campus life. It directly challenges the expectation of security within student living spaces, like dorms along 19th Street.
An alleged shooter managed to hide inside a university dorm for over half a day before being found in a closet, sparking serious questions about campus security protocols.
Common questions
Who was arrested in the Virginia State University shooting?
- Camron Harris, 19, was arrested in connection with the Virginia State University shooting. He was found hiding in a dorm closet over 14 hours after allegedly shooting five people on campus early Saturday morning, according to police.
What charges does the VSU shooting suspect face?
- Camron Harris faces eight felony warrants, including four counts of malicious wounding and four for using a firearm in a felony. Police noted that additional charges may be filed in the ongoing investigation. He is being held without bond.
Why is the VSU shooting relevant to Lubbock residents?
- This incident makes Lubbock families question the perceived safety of campus life, especially for those sending kids to college or living near Texas Tech. It directly challenges the expectation of security within university environments.
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