On April 16, 2007, a gunman carried out a mass shooting at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia. The attack occurred in two separate locations on campus and resulted in the deaths of 32 people, with many others injured. It became one of the deadliest mass shootings in U.S. history. The tragedy prompted national discussions about campus security, mental health, and gun laws. Investigations examined emergency response procedures and communication failures. The event continues to influence debates over how best to prevent similar attacks.
