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Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Yahoo
Elizabeth City State University prioritizes safety after fatal on-campus shooting
ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. (WAVY) — Elizabeth City State University announced new updates on campus safety following the on-campus shooting that killed one person and injured five in April. One killed, at least 5 injured, during ECSU Viking Fest event The April 27 shooting led to the death of Isaiah Caldwell, who was not a student at the university. The five who were injured, three of which were students, have since been treated and released from the hospital. The night of the shooting, students were outside on the quad for the university's Viking Fest. ECSU student recalls deadly shooting on campus ECSU Police and the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation are looking into all leads. The Elizabeth City Police Department, Pasquotank County and Camden County Sheriff's Offices are assisting to find the person or people responsible. The university said it is prioritizing safety and the campus community's well-being. Since the shooting, they have followed up on multiple leads, completed security sweeps and went over surveillance cameras. As a result of the shooting, students at ECSU completed the rest of their semester online. Final exams are also expected to be delivered remotely. The police have created an email inbox for people to submit tips and information regarding the investigation. You can submit photos, videos, and other information to ECSU_Tips@ or call police at 252-335-3266. This is an ongoing investigation. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Yahoo
Elizabeth City State University moves education remote following fatal on-campus shooting
ELIZABETH CITY — Elizabeth City State University will complete the remainder of the spring semester remotely following a deadly on-campus shooting at an early Sunday morning university-sponsored festival. Six people were hospitalized and a 24-year-old man who was not a student was killed during the violence. The shooting transpired around the campus' quad, after part of Viking Fest, a weeklong series of events hosted by the historically Black university. Five of the six people hospitalized were students, according to the university. Four people, three of them students, suffered gunshots. The other two, both students, were injured in the commotion. The university said none of the injuries were life-threatening. The incident prompted a university lockdown and a shelter-in-place order. 'The safety and well-being of our students, faculty, staff, and community remain our highest priorities,' said Interim Chancellor Catherine Edmonds in a Monday address. 'The Viking community is resilient and, remember, we are family. We will get through this together.' ECSU will remain closed through Tuesday and will begin remote learning on Wednesday, the address read. All exams will also be delivered remotely. Resources and counseling services are available to students, faculty and staff. As of Sunday, ECSU police, local authorities and North Carolina State Bureau Investigation were involved in investigating the shooting. Anyone with information, videos or pictures of the incident, are encouraged to contact the SBI at (919) 662-4500 or the ECSU police at (252) 335-3266.
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Yahoo
ECSU student who was shot recalls the moment shooting started
ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. (WAVY) — Elizabeth City State University student Sara Hill is not only a student-athlete, but is also in the Army Reserves. After finishing up homework ahead of finals, she went to join her friends at ECSU's final night of 'Viking Fest,' but the fun evening quickly turned frightening though when gunshots started flying through the crowd after midnight Sunday. One killed, at least 5 injured, during ECSU Viking Fest event 'He shot off five or six semi's and then went full auto in the crowd,' she said. 'I'm not even kidding, like I was probably maybe 10 feet from him.' Bullets were flying, some people were running, others dropped to the ground and froze. Hill said she saw a girl fall near the shooter. 'I just remember that girl falling,' Hill said. 'I remember dropping to a knee and trying to get her up, we were trying to get her up. She added the shooter saw the fall happen. 'Then he looks at the both of us and starts walking towards us and I literally looked at him. I saw the muzzle and I was like, 'Oh God, girl we gotta go.' After helping several classmates up, Hill felt a sharp pain in her hip after escaping the shooters line of sight. 'I really, genuinely, did not realize I was shot,' she said. 'I kept pulling my hand up and it was just covered in blood.' Over the next few hours, Hill learned she wasn't the only student that was shot. She said two football players who survived the shooting and have not been identified, were shot as well. Another person who wasn't a student was identified by his brotherhood Groove Phi Groove as 24-year-old Isaiah Caldwell. They said he died. 'He was so nice … so friendly,' said Hill about their brief encounter. She said the attack did not seem targeted towards anyone in particular because of the way the suspect was shooting. Hill said the shooter was spraying bullets in all directions. She and other students 10 On Your Side spoke with said they also don't believe the shooter was a student. 'We just know it wasn't possible,' Hill said. 'I'm telling you, the students, we all love each other so much.' No suspect information has been released as of Monday evening. No arrests have been made. If you or someone you know may have information, contact the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Yahoo
Elizabeth City State University moves to virtual learning following shooting on campus
NOTE: This video is previous coverage from 4/27/25 ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. (WAVY) – Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) has decided to move to virtual learning for the rest of the semester following Sunday's shooting on campus, according to Interim Chancellor Catherine Edmonds. The virtual learning will begin Wednesday, April 30, while classes for both Monday and Tuesday have been cancelled. The shooting happened at 12:30 a.m., as students were on the quad for ECSU's 'Viking Fest' event. One killed, at least 5 injured, during ECSU Viking Fest event Four people were shot and two other people were injured during the commotion. Three people who were shot were ECSU students, who are all expected to survive. The one person shot who was not an ECSU student died from their injuries, according to officials. The university is waiting until that person's family is notified before releasing their name. ECSU student recalls deadly shooting on campus Dear ECSU Community, Like many of you, I am devastated by the shooting incident that took place over the weekend. Sadly, a 24-year-old man visiting our campus lost his life. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time. I'm also sending support and well wishes to our students who were injured on Sunday. The safety and well-being of our students, faculty, staff, and community remain our highest priorities. In response, we have cancelled classes and all campus events for Monday, Apr. 28 and Tuesday, Apr. 29. All classes will transition to remote learning beginning Wednesday, Apr. 30 through the final three days of the semester, and exams will be delivered remotely. Please know that support services are available for students, faculty, and staff. For students, please visit or contact ECSU Counseling Services or the Office of the Dean of Students. After-hours and on-call counseling services remain available at 252-335-3275. Faculty and staff should reach out to the Employee Assistance Program at 866-511-3365. I am grateful for the swift actions of ECSU Police, local law enforcement, and the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation, whose coordinated response ensured the safety of our campus. The Viking community is resilient and, remember, we are family. We will get through this together. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families and every member of our campus community affected by the tragedy. Interim Chancellor Catherine Edmonds Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Yahoo
Students share grief, fear after deadly shooting at Elizabeth City State University
One person died and six others were hurt early Sunday morning during celebrations at Elizabeth City State University. Classes and exams have moved online for the rest of the semester, so many students packed up their bags and left campus. READ MORE: 1 dead, 5 injured in on-campus shooting at eastern North Carolina university The State Bureau of Investigation said there have not been any arrests, and the names of any suspects have not been released. Witnesses said there were more than 500 students and alumni at the quad on the campus of Elizabeth State University when the shots rang out around 12:30 a.m. Sunday. Student Cole Sinclair and his friends were there when they saw a commotion and then heard gunfire. 'I'm so sad about the loss of life we had and the injuries we took in,' Sinclair said. 'It's just a sad day.' 'We heard screaming behind us, and at that point, we heard shots fired, everybody screaming,' said student Maurice Crump. The students Channel 9's Dave Faherty spoke with Monday said they had gathered as part of the Viking Fest activities on campus. Students left flowers and photos of the 24-year-old alumnus who was shot and killed feet away from where it happened. The university said three ECSU students were also shot, but their injuries were not life-threatening. Two other students were hurt during the commotion and taken to local hospitals. ECSU shared a statement saying, 'The university is deeply saddened by this senseless act. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and all members of the Viking community.' Student Allison Perry was in her dorm room when students ran from the quad. 'I'm devastated,' Perry said. I don't feel safe, but it's something that happens when people have guns and people are hotheaded.' 'They sent out a lockdown notice and then two hours later the lockdown wasn't in place anymore, but nobody has been caught yet,' said student Grace Elks. 'So, it's kind of scary to be out.' 'It's just really tragic to hear of his passing and that nature,' said student Christian Thomas Smith. 'It is insane that this happened.' The university said it has increased security and requested help from the SBI on this case. VIDEO: New rules in place at Myrtle Beach after Labor Day 2024
