A shooting near the Virginia State University dormitories in Chesterfield County, Virginia, left five people injured early Saturday morning, August 15, 2026.
According to the Chesterfield County Police Department, officers responded at approximately 1:28 a.m. to the 3300 block of Boisseau Street following a report of a shooting.
When officers arrived, they found five individuals suffering from gunshot wounds outside the university dormitories.
All five victims were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment. One victim, who was initially reported to have life-threatening injuries, was later upgraded to critical condition. The remaining four victims suffered injuries described as non-life-threatening.
Police have not released the victims’ names.
Five People Injured
Authorities provided the following information about the victims:
Male, 21 — nonstudent, critical injuries
Male, 23 — nonstudent, non-life-threatening injuries
Female, 19 — nonstudent, non-life-threatening injuries
Male, 17 — nonstudent, non-life-threatening injuries
Male, 20 — Virginia State University student, non-life-threatening injuries
The circumstances that led to the shooting remain part of the ongoing investigation.
Camron Harris Arrested
During the investigation, authorities identified Camron Harris, 19, of Henrico, Virginia, as a suspect.
Harris is not a student at Virginia State University.
Police located him inside Seward Hall on the university campus at approximately 4:00 p.m. Saturday. Authorities said Harris was found hiding inside a closet before being taken into custody.
He was subsequently transported to the Chesterfield County Jail.
Investigators obtained a total of eight felony warrants against Harris.
The warrants include:
Four counts of malicious wounding
Four counts of use of a firearm in the commission of a felony
Police said additional charges may be sought as the investigation continues.
Harris is being held without bond.
Investigation Continues
The shooting remains under investigation as authorities work to determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
The Virginia State University Police Department, ATF, and the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office assisted Chesterfield County police with the investigation.
Several additional federal and state agencies have also offered assistance.
Authorities have not released information indicating a motive, and further details may become available as investigators continue reviewing evidence and interviewing witnesses.
Police Ask for Information
Anyone who may have information about the shooting is encouraged to contact the Chesterfield County Police Department at 804-748-1251.
Information can also be provided anonymously to Crime Solvers at 804-748-0660.
Tips may additionally be submitted through the P3 app.
The investigation remains active, and police are asking anyone with relevant information to come forward.
As the investigation continues, the five victims remain at the center of concern, particularly the 21-year-old man whose condition was upgraded to critical following the shooting.
Authorities have not released the identities of the victims, and no additional information about their conditions has been provided.