A 21-year-old who was shot and killed during a possible home invasion was a student at Southern University, the school confirmed.

In an email sent to Southern students, faculty and employees, Chancellor John Pierre confirmed that a Wednesday evening shooting victim, Donovan Pugh, of New Orleans, had been a sophomore at the university.

"It is with a very heavy heart, that I inform you of the passing of our student, Donovan Pugh," Pierre said in the message. "Please join me in extending condolences to his family, friends, classmates, and the many others who cared for him."

Pugh was shot around 5:49 p.m. Wednesday at a residence in the 7800 block of Scenic Highway, according to detectives. Authorities pronounced him dead at the scene.

While no suspects have been identified, police believe

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