PETERSBURG, VA (October 5, 2025) — Multiple law enforcement agencies are currently responding to reports of a shooting on the campus of Virginia State University (VSU). The incident reportedly occurred at the MPC Center, a facility located on campus.
As of now, Virginia State University is on full lockdown. University officials are urging all students, faculty, and staff to shelter in place and avoid the area surrounding the MPC Center.
Emergency services, including local police and campus security, arrived on the scene shortly after the first reports came in. The situation remains **active and developing**, with law enforcement working to secure the area and determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
There is no official word yet on the number of injuries or whether any suspects have been taken into custody.
VSU released a brief alert via social media and emergency communication channels, stating:
> “**SHOOTING REPORTED AT MPC CENTER — VSU IS ON LOCKDOWN.** Please shelter in place until further notice. Law enforcement is on scene.”
This is a developing story. More information will be provided as it becomes available.
