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Shooter Killed After Opening Fire at Old Dominion University’s Constant Hall, Leaving Two Critically Wounded

Police issued an all-clear after securing Constant Hall, with classes canceled for the day.

Overview

  • ODU reported shots fired around 10:49 a.m. inside Constant Hall after issuing an urgent Run‑Hide‑Fight alert to the campus.
  • Two victims were transported to Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in critical condition, a hospital spokesperson said.
  • University and Norfolk police responded within minutes, the attacker was neutralized and confirmed dead, and an all‑clear followed around 12:15 p.m.
  • Classes and operations on the main campus were suspended for the rest of the day as authorities asked people to avoid Constant Hall, with ATF and FBI personnel assisting the investigation.
  • Officials have not released the identities of the gunman or victims or discussed a motive, and three nearby elementary schools were placed on secure hold as a precaution.