BREAKING: At least 2 people are dead and 8 others are critically injured following a shooting at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, earlier today. This developing situation has prompted an urgent response from local and federal law enforcement agencies, including the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), as they search for the suspect who remains at large.
Students received alerts about an active shooter on campus, urging them to shelter in place and avoid the area. The shooting occurred at the Barus and Holley building, a key facility housing engineering and physics classrooms. Classes were in session when the violence erupted around 2 p.m. ET during final exams.
President Donald Trump addressed the media, describing the victims as “very badly hurt” and emphasized the need for prayers. He reassured the public that he has been briefed on the situation and expressed his condolences. “It’s a shame,” Trump stated, advocating for support for the affected families.
Authorities report that the suspected shooter is a male dressed in black, who fled on foot after the incident. Providence Deputy Chief of Police Tim O’Hara confirmed during a news conference that police are utilizing every available resource to locate the suspect. “Please do not come to the area,” O’Hara urged, stressing the seriousness of the ongoing investigation.
In an alarming twist, there was confusion surrounding a secondary shooting incident nearby, which authorities later deemed unfounded. Students have been moved to secure locations for support services, while the university remains in lockdown mode.
Witness accounts detail a chaotic scene with emergency responders arriving rapidly. One student, Chiangheng Chien, recounted hiding in a lab with classmates for approximately two hours before being evacuated. “We were told to get out of this building right away,” he said, still shaken by the experience.
As the situation unfolds, Brown University officials continue to monitor developments closely, coordinating with local police and federal agencies. The university has urged all students and staff to stay vigilant and adhere to safety protocols. “RUN, if you are in the affected location; HIDE, if evacuation is not possible; FIGHT, as a last resort,” the university advised in their alerts.
As of now, 8 individuals are hospitalized, with several in critical but stable condition. Details about the victims have not yet been released. Law enforcement remains focused on ensuring the safety of the campus and surrounding community while they investigate the shooting’s circumstances.
This tragic event has sent shockwaves through the Brown University community and beyond, raising urgent questions about campus safety and gun violence in America. The investigation is ongoing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Stay tuned for live updates as authorities work to apprehend the shooter.
