UVA football player Lavel Davis among 3 victims of deadly Virginia shooting

In yet another incident of a gruesome campus shootout, three people were killed and at least two more seriously injured, according to reports from the Campus Police. Football players Lavel David and DeSean Perry are among those who passed away in a shooting at the University of Virginia.



What happened on Sunday night?


According to UVA sources, a shootout happened on the campus grounds around 10.30 pm Sunday night. Not much is known at this stage regarding the probable cause of the incident. However, University authorities indicate that the alleged killer could be one of their students, Christopher Daniel Jones. Jr., who is yet to be traced. The University Police have taken Jones into custody. The 22-year-old Davis had played his last match on Saturday, just hours before he was killed in the shooting. The alleged gunman Jones is said to be a former Cavaliers football player.

A traumatic Monday morning at the campus

The UVA president released an emotional message early Monday morning, expressing how the incident devastated him. As a result, the University has cancelled the Monday classes and has made the University's Counseling and Psychological services operate round-the-clock. Students can get updates from University information.

FAQs

Who is Lavel Davis?
Lavel Davis plays American football for the Virginia Cavaliers team currently. His position is wide receiver.

How long is Davis playing for the Cavaliers?
Lavel is with the Cavaliers for two seasons. He has a good record of 36 receptions for 886 yards and seven touchdowns.