S.C. State University dorm locked down after shooting
South Carolina State University in Orangeburg, S.C., went into a campus-wide lockdown on the night of October 4, 2025 after reports of shots fired at Hugine Suites, a student residence hall. The university asked SLED (State Law Enforcement Division) to investigate, canceled scheduled homecoming events, instructed residents of the affected dorm to shelter in place and directed off‑campus visitors to stay away while authorities respond. No injuries or suspect information was released in the initial notice.
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📌 Key Facts
- Shots were reported at Hugine Suites, a residence hall on SCSU’s Orangeburg campus.
- SLED was requested to investigate and the university issued a campus-wide lockdown and canceled homecoming events.
- Initial reports did not provide information about injuries or suspects; residents were told to stay put or report to a designated center.