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World · 16 August 2026

Police arrest 19-year-old in connection with Virginia State University shooting

Police arrest 19-year-old in connection with Virginia State University shooting

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Police arrested a 19-year-old hiding in a dorm closet on Saturday after five people were shot at Virginia State University. Camron Harris, who is not a student, faces eight felony warrants including malicious wounding and firearm use. One student was among the injured, who ranged from 17 to 23, and has since left hospital.

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