Fatal shooting at Virginia university investigated as act of terrorism, FBI says
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On Thursday, a fatal shooting at Old Dominion University in Virginia is being investigated by the FBI as an act of terrorism. The suspect, Mohamed Jalloh, a former National Guard member with a prior conviction for attempting to support ISIS, opened fire in a classroom, killing one and injuring two others. Before the shooting, Jalloh reportedly shouted "Allahu Akbar." Members of the university's ROTC program subdued Jalloh, who is now deceased, preventing further casualties. Jalloh had been released from federal custody in December 2024 after serving time for his prior conviction. Authorities are still investigating the full details of the incident, including the cause of Jalloh's death.
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