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US: 2 campus police officers killed in Virginia college; suspect in custody

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US: 2 campus police officers killed in Virginia college; suspect in custody

A gunman shot and killed two campus officials at a private university on Tuesday, leading to a lengthy campus cordon and search before the suspect was arrested, state police and school officials said.

The lockdown began in the early afternoon, when Bridgewater College officials posted a tweet early in the afternoon warning students and staff to watch out for gunmen on campus.

The academy posted a follow-up tweet around 2 p.m. It said police arrested a suspect after searching the campus, but students should continue to shelter in place.

A news photographer captured the arrest of the apparent suspect, who was lying face down on the ground when more than half a dozen law enforcement officers approached with guns. The college lifted the alarm around 4.30pm.

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It is unclear what caused the shooting. No other injuries were reported.

A statement from school principal David W. Bushman identified the two officers as campus police officer John Painter and campus security officer J.J. Jefferson. The campus is mourning the loss of a well-known and beloved officer, he said. The statement called the couple a “dynamic duo,” noting that the painter was best man at Jefferson’s wedding this year.

“Two members of Bridgewater College were rudely taken from us. The grief is palpable. Words are not enough to express the grief, the grief, the fear and – justifiably – the anger we all feel,” Bushman added.

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin ordered flags to be flown at half-staff across the state on Wednesday in honor of officials.

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“My heart breaks tonight at the tragic loss of two officers at Bridgewater College today… The First Lady and I ask Virginians to keep their families, friends and the Bridgewater community alive during this difficult time. In your thoughts and prayers,” he said in a statement.

Bridgewater College is a private liberal arts college located approximately 125 miles (200 kilometers) northwest of Richmond. Historically affiliated with the Brethren, the school will enroll about 1,500 full-time students through fall 2021, according to its website.

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Jennifer Lopez ‘let go of her’ high-heeled ego while working with Ben Affleck

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Jennifer Lopez ‘let go of her’ high-heeled ego while working with Ben Affleck

As Jennifer Lopez navigates her separation from Ben Affleck, she prioritizes her career, notably in the film Unstoppable.

Jennifer Lopez has “let go of her ego” to prioritise her career and personal growth as she navigates her separation from Ben Affleck.

The 55-year-old actress and singer, during an interview with Amazon/MGM, opened up about working on the upcoming film Unstoppable, a project she co-starred in while estranged from her husband.

“It was an honour to be a part of Anthony [Robles] and to play Judy,” Jennifer shared. “I approached the role with a complete lack of ego where you have to go in there and have so much respect for the person you are playing because it’s her story.”

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“I disappeared, there was no Jennifer, no J. Lo. That person on the screen is just Judy. Luckily, I got to spend time with her and see who she was alone and as a mother.”

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Affleck praises Lopez’s ‘spectacular’ performance

Affleck and Matt Damon produced the film, which tells the inspiring story of 36-year-old wrestler Anthony Robles.

JLo portrays Judy Robles, Anthony’s mother. Affleck also highly praised Jennifer’s performance, calling her “spectacular.”

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“Unstoppable is a very different movie than [Small Things Like These], but in a way it’s similarly rooted in the passion of really talented artists,” Ben told Entertainment Toninght just couple of weeks back. “Billy Goldenberg and Jennifer and Don Cheadle and Jharrel and Bobby Cannavale – all of whom were really passionate about this film.”

After reuniting and marrying in 2022, Jennifer filed for divorce in August 2024. Reports of marital struggles, including living separately, surfaced months before the filing.

“He’s focusing on his work and his kids now,” an insider told InTouch Weekly. “Ben already moved out … They’ll never stop loving each other, but she can’t control him, and he can’t change her.”

ALSO READ| Jennifer Lopez gives fresh sneak peek at her lavish $68 million Bel Air mansion

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Jennifer told Interview Magazine, “I was thinking about this time in my life, and I’m like, ‘That’s not what I thought it was going to turn out like.’ And then I thought, ‘No, this is exactly where I needed to be.’”

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