Seung-Hui Cho was a South Korean student who became known for committing the Virginia Tech shooting on April 16, 2007. He was a senior at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia, where he studied English. Cho's actions resulted in the deaths of 32 people and injuries to many others, making it one of the deadliest school shootings in U.S. history. Cho had a history of mental health issues, which raised concerns about his well-being and behavior. Prior to the shooting, he had been diagnosed with selective mutism and was known to be socially withdrawn. His tragic actions sparked discussions about gun control, mental health, and campus safety.