BREAKING: Two students have tragically lost their lives, and nine others have been injured following a horrific shooting at Brown University in Rhode Island. The gunman, who remains at large, opened fire around 9 PM (UK time) inside the engineering building where students were taking a final economics exam.
Witnesses reported chaos as students fled the scene, seeking safety from the gunfire. The university has confirmed the lockdown of the campus and surrounding areas, while many local businesses and restaurants in Providence closed early in response to the violence.
Police have released CCTV footage of a suspect, observed walking with his back to the camera near Hope Street, just outside the engineering building. The authorities have intensified their search, deploying SWAT teams equipped with AR-15-style rifles to secure the area and locate the shooter.
In a statement on social media, President Donald Trump expressed his condolences, saying, “God bless the victims and the families of the victims!” The emotional toll of this incident is profound, impacting not only the university community but the broader public as well.
As authorities investigate this devastating incident, the university community is urged to stay vigilant. Police are working to gather more information and are asking anyone with details to come forward.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops. This incident highlights the urgent need for discussions surrounding campus safety and gun violence prevention.
For immediate updates, follow local news channels and official announcements from law enforcement. Your safety is paramount; heed all advisories from the university and police.
