On March 12, 2026, a gunman opened fire inside an Army ROTC classroom at Old Dominion University. Lieutenant Colonel Brandon Shah immediately moved to stop the attacker, while cadets fought back in a desperate struggle that prevented an even greater tragedy.

Investigators soon identified the gunman as Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, a former National Guard soldier and convicted ISIS supporter who had been released from federal prison in the summer of 2024.

In this episode, Margot examines the shooting, LT COL Shah’s legacy, the heroism of the cadets who fought back, and the questions surrounding Jalloh’s path to radicalization and release.

Watch:
The Cadets’ Story
Shah’s Memorial Service
Shah’s Celebration of Life Service

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