A shooting at Old Dominion University in Virginia on March 13, 2026, left one person dead and two others injured, according to university police. Authorities confirmed the shooter was neutralized during the incident, with FBI Director Kash Patel describing the act as terrorism.
University Police Chief Garrett Shelton stated during a press briefing that two victims remain in stable condition, while a third sought independent medical care. The FBI has taken over the investigation, citing preliminary evidence of a terror motive. Patel praised students who intervened to subdue the shooter, calling their actions "life-saving."
US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll confirmed two injured Army personnel were among the victims, while Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger pledged state resources to support the campus community. University President Brian Hemphill described the event as a "tragedy" and thanked law enforcement for their rapid response.
Old Dominion University, which enrolls approximately 24,000 students, has not yet announced changes to campus security protocols. The incident marks the first major act of violence on the campus since 2026 began.
