On Saturday afternoon, December 13, 2025, a mass shooting occurred on the campus of Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, during the school’s final exam period.
The incident left multiple people dead and several others critically injured. The shooting took place shortly after 4:00 p.m. near the Barus & Holley engineering building, a central academic facility that houses classrooms, laboratories, and physics departments.
Authorities reported that the suspect was a male dressed in black who opened fire inside the building before fleeing the scene on foot. He was last seen exiting toward Hope Street.
Law enforcement agencies immediately launched a large-scale manhunt involving local police, state authorities, and federal partners. Initial reports suggesting a suspect had been arrested were later corrected, with officials confirming that no arrest had been made at that time.
Brown University issued an emergency active shooter alert to students and staff, instructing them to shelter in place, lock doors, and remain silent.
The alert extended to nearby neighborhoods as police conducted building-by-building searches throughout the campus and surrounding areas. Classes, exams, and campus activities were immediately suspended.
Providence city officials confirmed fatalities and multiple injuries, noting that several victims were transported to local hospitals in critical condition.
Authorities withheld the identities of the victims pending notification of family members. Emergency medical teams and trauma units remained on high alert as the situation unfolded.
Students and witnesses described scenes of panic and confusion as gunshots echoed through hallways. Many reported barricading themselves inside classrooms or fleeing campus buildings while emergency sirens sounded. Others described receiving alerts on their phones and immediately seeking cover wherever possible.
Local and national leaders expressed condolences and support for the Brown University community. Federal agencies, including the FBI and ATF, joined the investigation to assist with evidence collection and suspect identification. Officials emphasized that the investigation was ongoing and urged anyone with information to contact authorities.
Brown University, an Ivy League institution with more than 10,000 students, was placed under heightened security as law enforcement continued searching for the suspect. Counseling services and emergency resources were made available to students, faculty, and staff affected by the tragedy.
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