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The initial confrontation occurred near the Barus and Holley engineering building, which quickly became the focal point of the law enforcement response. O’Hara said investigators are collaborating closely with the FBI and other agencies to review surveillance footage in the area, including doorbell and security cameras, in hopes of identifying the shooter. Officials are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Meanwhile, Brown University has implemented a campus-wide lockdown. Students, faculty, and staff were ordered to shelter in place as police scoured the area for the suspect. Residents near the campus were also asked to review any home security footage that might help investigators.
Rhode Island Attorney General Keith Hoffmann expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy on X, formerly known as Twitter: “I am sickened by reports of a mass shooting at Brown University. It is devastating to see this kind of senseless violence strike our community. Right now my thoughts are with the victims, their loved ones, the Brown community, and the police and other first responders responding to this horrific attack.”
Vice President JD Vance also weighed in, emphasizing federal support for the investigation: “Terrible news out of Rhode Island this evening. We’re all monitoring the situation and the FBI stands ready to do anything to help. We’re all thinking of and praying for the victims tonight.”
President Donald Trump confirmed that he had been briefed on the attack, offering prayers for the victims and their families. His statement highlighted the national concern over the incident and the urgency of capturing the perpetrator.
Authorities continue to investigate the motive behind the shooting. With the suspect still at large, law enforcement is treating the situation as extremely serious, mobilizing additional resources to ensure the safety of the campus and surrounding community.
This tragic incident at Brown University comes amid growing concern about campus security nationwide. Officials and community members alike are calling for heightened vigilance and swift action to prevent further violence. The full impact of the shooting is still unfolding, and the investigation remains ongoing.
