Lockdown Issued After Apparent Shooting at Texas Southern University (UPDATE)

At least two have been shot, according to a university spokesperson.

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UPDATE 5:20 p.m.:

Two people have been arrested in connection with the shooting, according to CNN. Local authorities also confirm they are presently looking for a third suspect.

UPDATE 2:09 p.m.:

Local authorities are reporting that one of the shooting victims has now died, according to ABC 13. The status of any remaining victims is still unknown.

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Just hours after a fatal shooting at Northern Arizona University, another campus in America is experiencing the grave tragedy of such violence. Texas Southern University in Houston is reportedly on lockdown after at least two people were shot inside a student housing complex, according to KPRC. Details are currently scarce, with the campus remaining under lockdown until further notice. The shooter is believed to be still at large:

Eva Pickens, spokesperson for the university, also sent a written statement to the Washington Post:

Texas Southern University has announced the campus is on lockdown following a shooting incident just moments ago. Early reports indicate two shot – conditions not known right now. The assailant is still at large. All staff are asked to remain in offices – students to remain in classrooms until further notice.

This story is developing.

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