Published：Mar 12, 15:47Last updated：Mar 13, 20:07

Terror Attack at Old Dominion University Spurs Federal Charges and Security Debate

Mar. 12, 2026 15:47

A shooting incident at Norfolk University in Virginia resulted in two injuries and the death of the shooter on March 12, 2026. The event was reported by 13NewsNow, with images of the scene and police response.

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Mar. 13, 2026 14:05

On March 13, 2026, the Justice Department charged a man in Norfolk, Virginia, with selling a gun to the shooter at Old Dominion University, despite the shooter’s previous terrorism conviction.

Mar. 13, 2026 20:07

Kenya Chapman was arrested and charged by the US Department of Justice for allegedly selling a firearm to Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, who opened fire at Old Dominion University in Virginia on Thursday. Jalloh, a former army national guard member, shouted "Allahu Akbar" before the shooting. Chapman faces federal charges related to the illegal sale of the weapon, despite Jalloh's previous terrorism conviction. The incident resulted in one person being killed.

A deadly shooting at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia on March 12, 2026, has left the campus and broader community reeling. The attacker, identified as Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, a former Army National Guard member with a prior terrorism conviction, opened fire in a classroom, killing one person and injuring two others before being subdued and killed by ROTC students. The FBI is investigating the incident as an act of terrorism, and the Justice Department has since charged another individual for illegally supplying the firearm used in the attack. The event has reignited urgent discussions about campus security, extremism, and gun control policies.Toronto Star+2

🚨 Timeline and Details of the Incident

March 12, 2026: Jalloh enters an Old Dominion University classroom, reportedly asking if it is an ROTC class.
He shouts "Allahu Akbar" and opens fire, killing an instructor involved in officer training and injuring two others, both U.S. Army personnel.
ROTC students intervene, subduing and killing Jalloh, preventing further casualties.
Emergency services respond rapidly, securing the campus and suspending classes for the day.Toronto Star+2

🕵️‍♂️ Federal Terrorism Investigation and Suspect Background

The FBI, under Director Kash Patel, is treating the shooting as a terrorist act due to Jalloh’s history and actions. Jalloh was a former state soldier with a previous conviction for supporting terrorism. Investigators are probing his motives, digital footprint, and any extremist connections. The attack has intensified scrutiny on monitoring individuals with known extremist backgrounds and the effectiveness of current oversight mechanisms.Asahi Shimbun+2

⚖️ Gun Sale Charges and Legal Response

On March 13, 2026, the Justice Department charged Kenya Chapman for allegedly selling the firearm to Jalloh, despite his terrorism conviction. Chapman faces federal charges for the illegal transaction. The case highlights ongoing gaps in gun control enforcement, especially concerning individuals with terrorism-related backgrounds, and raises questions about accountability in firearm sales.Toronto Star+1

🏫 Campus and Community Reaction

Old Dominion University canceled classes and increased security, providing counseling and support to students and staff. The university and local authorities praised the swift, heroic actions of ROTC students. The incident has prompted renewed calls for enhanced campus safety protocols and greater vigilance against extremist threats, as the community mourns the loss and supports the victims’ families.Toronto Star+2

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