On Saturday, a shooting at Brown University left two students dead and nine wounded, sparking a nationwide search for the suspect.
Incident Overview
The attack occurred in an older classroom during final exams. The shooter, dressed in black, killed two people and wounded nine others. The classroom’s older construction means it has fewer, if any, security cameras.
Investigation Updates
A person of interest was taken into custody on Sunday morning but was released later that night after evidence pointed “in a different direction.” Police have released new surveillance images of a potential suspect, a video timeline, and a map showing an area of focus.
Calls for Public Assistance
Authorities are asking for tips from anyone who might have video of the shooter potentially casing the area the week before the attack. They have also released several videos from the day of the attack, showing the suspect on streets just off campus. The suspect is wearing a mask or has his head turned in the footage.
Statements from Officials
At a Wednesday news conference, Providence police chief Col. Oscar Perez said, “I believe that this is probably the most intense investigation going on right now in this nation.” He added that witness accounts of the shooter match the person in the videos.
Security Camera Discussion
Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha noted that Brown has 1,200 cameras on campus. However, the attack took place in a building with fewer cameras, and investigators believe the shooter used a door that faces a residential street.
Political Reaction
President Donald Trump criticized the Ivy League school for its security. He posted on Truth Social on Wednesday: “Why did Brown University have so few Security Cameras? There can be no excuse for that. In the modern age, it just doesn’t get worse!!!”
Key Takeaways
- A shooter in black killed two students and wounded nine at Brown University during final exams.
- A person of interest was briefly detained but released after evidence shifted.
- Police have released suspect images and are seeking public video footage.
The investigation remains active as authorities continue to gather evidence and engage the public for additional footage. Brown University, the city of Providence, and federal agencies are working together to identify the individual responsible for the tragic event.
