Shooting, April 30, 2026

Based on information provided by HUPD, in partnership with the City of Hampton Major Crimes Unit, including a review of surveillance footage and interview evidence, we are providing an update on additional findings. At approximately 10:37pm, Hampton University Police Department (HUPD) and City of Hampton law enforcement were notified of an incident on campus. At 11:14pm, HUPD issued a campus wide alert, notifying the campus community to avoid the area. The incident occurred in the 100 block of Tyler Street behind a private residence/boarding house and a neighboring beauty shop, located adjacent to an academic building and the rear of two residence halls. During the incident, which was earlier characterized as a carjacking, two individuals were shot.  Although Tyler Street falls under the jurisdiction of the Hampton Police Division, its immediate adjacency to student residential facilities and academic buildings means HUPD treats any incident in that corridor as a direct concern for campus safety. HUPD officers were first to arrive and provided immediate support, including administering life-saving measures to one of the victims at the scene. A second individual was later located on Woodland Road and is receiving medical care. It is important to emphasize that no members of the campus community were involved or harmed, and there is no ongoing threat.  In matters concerning jurisdiction, it is customary for the City of Hampton to assume control of the investigation. Hampton University and HUPD are continuing to work closely with city authorities to review camera footage, analyze license plate reader data, and are still conducting interviews in the area.  As a precaution, security presence has been increased across campus. The safety and well-being of our campus community is our highest priority. We are committed to providing support to students and campus community members that might be affected by this incident. Our deepest sympathies are with the Hampton University family as we navigate this moment.  Students seeking support may contact the Student Counseling Center at 757-727-5617. Hampton WellNest is also available to provide mental health services to faculty and staff at 757-728-4644. This remains an active investigation, and updates will be shared as additional information is confirmed.