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Ex-Guard Member Opens Fire at University, Kills Instructor

3/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The 36-year-old ex-National Guard member Mohamed Bailor Jalloh opened fire at Old Dominion University on March 12, 2026, killing ROTC instructor Lt. Col. Brandon Shah and wounding two others.
Jalloh was sentenced to 11 years for attempting to support ISIS and was released early in December 2024.
The FBI is investigating the incident as terrorism, and a ROTC cadet shot Jalloh dead after he targeted the ROTC class.

History

Historical Context

The 1995 Oklahoma City bombing, which killed 168 people, marked a pivotal moment in U.S. domestic terrorism. This incident foreshadowed a 25% increase in domestic terrorism incidents from 2016 to 2020. Mohamed Bailor Jalloh's recent attack at Old Dominion University, targeting military personnel and linked to ISIS, highlights ongoing challenges in combating radicalization and ensuring community safety against violent extremism.

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Story summary

The 36-year-old ex-National Guard member Mohamed Bailor Jalloh opened fire at Old Dominion University on March 12, 2026, killing ROTC instructor Lt. Col. Brandon Shah and wounding two others.
Jalloh was sentenced to 11 years for attempting to support ISIS and was released early in December 2024.
The FBI is investigating the incident as terrorism, and a ROTC cadet shot Jalloh dead after he targeted the ROTC class.

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