A devastating shooting unfolded at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, during the second day of final exams. An active shooter opened fire near the Barus & Holley engineering building, a seven-story facility housing the School of Engineering and physics departments.
Authorities reported at least two people killed and eight others critically injured, with victims transported to local hospitals. Providence Mayor Brett Smiley confirmed the casualties in a news conference, noting the situation remained fluid as law enforcement searched for the suspect or suspects, described by some officials as a male dressed in black.
The university issued urgent alerts urging students and staff to shelter in place, lock doors, and stay hidden. Initial reports mistakenly claimed a suspect was in custody before being corrected. The FBI joined local police in the response.
This incident has left the Ivy League community heartbroken, highlighting ongoing concerns about campus safety amid a wave of gun violence in the U.S.
