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**South Carolina State University on Lockdown Following Shooting; Homecoming Concert Canceled**
**Orangeburg, SC -** South Carolina State University (SCSU) was placed on lockdown Saturday night after a shooting was reported at Hugine Suites, a residence hall on campus.
The university issued a notice on its website stating that shots had been fired and that students in Hugine Suites should remain in place. Other students were instructed to return to their residence halls, and individuals not affiliated with the university were asked to leave the campus. As of late Saturday night, there were no reports of any injuries.
The South Carolina State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) has been asked to investigate the incident.
As a result of the situation, the university has canceled its homecoming concert scheduled for Saturday night.
South Carolina Senator Tim Scott released a statement on X (formerly Twitter) stating, “My office is closely monitoring the situation at South Carolina State University. Praying for everyone’s safety on campus.”
SCSU, located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, has a student population of approximately 2,900. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.
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