Tragic Shooting at Brown University: Two Students Dead, Nine Injured

A gunman opened fire during a final exam review at Brown University, resulting in a tragic loss of life and multiple injuries. A manhunt is underway as police seek the suspect who fled the scene.

What Happened?

On a grim Saturday afternoon in Providence, Rhode Island, a gunman entered the Holley engineering building at Brown University and opened fire, killing two students and injuring nine others. The shooting occurred around 4 PM local time during a classroom session where final exams were taking place.

Witnesses reported chaos as the shooter yelled as they entered the room, prompting students to seek cover. Police have since issued a shelter-in-place order in the vicinity as they search for the suspect.

Details of the Attack

The attacker, described as a male in his 30s dressed in all black, fled the scene on foot. Despite an extensive police sweep of the area, no weapon has been recovered. Investigators are analyzing CCTV footage to gather more leads on the suspect's identity.

The attack adds to the disturbing trend of mass shootings in the United States, with this incident marking the 389th such event this year alone, according to the Gun Violence Archive.

Victims and Injuries

Among the injured, one person remains in critical condition while others are categorized as critical but stable. The identities of the victims are currently withheld as the university community grapples with the aftermath of this tragic event.

Community Response

Brown University President Christina Paxson referred to the incident as “deeply devastating” for the community. As the investigation continues, many students expressed fear and uncertainty, opting to stay indoors until the situation is resolved.