Heightened security measures are in place at South Carolina State University following a shooting last Thursday that killed two men and injured another.
The university announced the immediate changes Monday at key campus access points.
What to expect
All vehicles entering the campus will be subject to increased vehicle searches, regardless of entry point.
Students must use the Goff/Buckley Streets Gate (Gate 4) for both entry and exit to campus. A valid University Student ID must be presented upon request. A properly issued parking decal must be displayed. Students without appropriate credentials may be denied entry.
Guests must enter through the Chestnut Street/Wilkinson Boulevard Gate. All guests will undergo required security screening before campus access.
Visiting hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
“The safety of our campus community remains our highest priority,” said President Alexander Conyers. “These updates strengthen our ability to manage entry points effectively while maintaining a secure and welcoming environment.”
The investigation continues
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division is investigating Thursday's shooting which happened about 9:15 p.m. in a residence at Hugine Suites.
Henry L. Crittington, 19, died at the scene and Terrell Thomas, 18, died at the hospital, authorities said. Neither the condition nor the name of the injured man, a student, has been released.
Investigators say Crittington and Thomas were not enrolled at the university.
No arrests have been made.
An incident report indicated that there were two women in the room, but investigators did not release details about what led to the shooting.
Past deadly shootings and increased security
The shooting happened a little over four months after two shootings during homecoming celebrations early last October.
One, which happened near Hugine Suites, killed a 19-year-old woman. A man was injured in the other shooting.
Several people were arrested on gun-related charges in the weeks following.
After those shootings, Conyers announced the addition of new fencing along the campus perimeter and additional security patrols to better control pedestrian access.