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Deadly Shooting at ODU: FBI Investigates Terrorism Links

3/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

A March 12, 2026 shooting at Old Dominion University in Norfolk left one dead and two injured, prompting an FBI terrorism investigation.
The shooter was Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, 36, a former Army National Guard member and ISIS supporter.
He opened fire in a classroom after asking if it was an ROTC class.
Lt. Col. Brandon Shah, ROTC instructor, died during the attack.
University officials canceled classes and offered counseling services.

History

Historical Context

The September 11, 2001 attacks, which killed over 2,700 people, marked a pivotal moment in U.S. history, prompting the establishment of the Department of Homeland Security and a surge in counter-terrorism funding exceeding $30 billion annually. This shift in security policy echoes in recent incidents, such as the shooting at Old Dominion University, highlighting ongoing concerns about radicalization and campus safety.

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Story summary

A March 12, 2026 shooting at Old Dominion University in Norfolk left one dead and two injured, prompting an FBI terrorism investigation.
The shooter was Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, 36, a former Army National Guard member and ISIS supporter.
He opened fire in a classroom after asking if it was an ROTC class.
Lt. Col. Brandon Shah, ROTC instructor, died during the attack.
University officials canceled classes and offered counseling services.

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