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What we know so far about the Brown University shooting

What we know so far about the Brown University shooting

Summary

A shooting at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island resulted in the death of two students and injuries to nine others. The suspect, described as a man in black clothing, remains at large, leading to a continued search by law enforcement. The incident took place in a classroom during final exams, and a shelter-in-place warning is active in the area.

Key Facts

  • Two students were killed, and nine others were injured in the shooting at Brown University.
  • The shooting occurred in a classroom around 4 PM local time during final exams.
  • The suspect is a male wearing all black, and police are actively searching for him.
  • Brown University issued a shelter-in-place warning following the incident.
  • The university is in Providence, Rhode Island, and is part of the Ivy League.
  • Police have released CCTV footage of the suspect but have not identified him.
  • The Gun Violence Archive reports this as the 389th mass shooting in the U.S. this year.
  • Victims are being treated, with one in critical condition; all victims are students.

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