Providence, Rhode Island – A massive manhunt is underway in Providence, Rhode Island, following a shooting at Brown University that left two people dead and nine others critically injured. Law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, are actively searching for the suspect, who remains at large.
The incident occurred inside Barus and Holley, an engineering building on campus, during what authorities believe were final examinations. The suspect is described as a male dressed entirely in black, possibly wearing a mask. Police released a brief video clip showing the individual walking away from the scene in an effort to identify him.
Deputy Police Chief Timothy O’Hara confirmed that shell casings were recovered from the scene but declined to provide further details about the weapon used. The area surrounding the university was immediately placed on lockdown, and security measures have been heightened across the city.
Providence Mayor Brett Smiley addressed the public, stating that approximately 400 officers are involved in the search, supported by federal agents and police from neighboring jurisdictions. The streets around the university were closed for several hours as the investigation unfolded.
Brown University President Christina Paxson expressed her condolences, confirming that most of the victims were students. She described the event as “a day we never hoped would come” and urged students to remain in their residences until the all-clear is given. Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee vowed that authorities “will do everything in their power to apprehend the perpetrator and bring them to justice.”
The President of the United States has described the shooting as “horrific” and called for prayers for the victims. He stated that he has been briefed on the situation at Brown University, acknowledging the severity of the injuries sustained. Brown University is one of the eight Ivy League universities.
