Washington(The COW News Digital)A deadly shooting at Brown University in Rhode Island has left two people dead and eight others critically injured, turning the Ivy League campus into a scene of chaos during final exams on Saturday. Authorities say the attack occurred in the seven-story Barss and Holley building, home to the university’s engineering and physics departments.
According to local officials, the shooter, described as a man dressed in black, opened fire indiscriminately on students taking exams before fleeing the scene on foot. No weapon has been recovered so far, and law enforcement has launched a large-scale manhunt to apprehend the suspect.
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Students described the terrifying ordeal, with some hiding under desks for over two hours until police secured the building. The injured were quickly transported to Rhode Island Hospital, where six remain in critical but stable condition, one is in serious condition, and another is reported to be in better health. Authorities have urged residents near the campus to remain indoors and review security camera footage for any suspicious activity.
Federal agencies including the FBI, ATF, and U.S. Secret Service are assisting local law enforcement in the investigation. The incident has sparked renewed discussions about campus safety across the United States, highlighting ongoing concerns regarding security measures at educational institutions.
U.S. President Donald Trump was briefed on the situation and expressed deep concern for the victims, noting that many remain in extremely serious condition and that prayers are currently the only immediate support he can offer. Vice President J.D. Vance also extended condolences via social media to those affected by the tragedy.
Brown University, one of the oldest and most prestigious institutions in the United States, has temporarily locked down the campus and surrounding areas in response to the attack. University officials have urged students and faculty to stay indoors until authorities declare it safe, while counseling services have been mobilized to support traumatized students.
The shocking event underscores the vulnerability of American educational institutions to acts of violence, despite extensive security measures. Officials continue to investigate the motive behind the attack and stress the importance of community cooperation in identifying and capturing the perpetrator.
As the nation mourns the victims, authorities are calling for vigilance, urging anyone with information to come forward to aid in bringing the assailant to justice.
