Summary
Community members in Providence held a vigil to honor victims of a shooting at Brown University, where two students were killed and nine others injured. A 24-year-old man from Wisconsin, Benjamin Erickson, is in custody as a person of interest, but no charges have been filed. The incident happened during final exams in the university's engineering building.
Key Facts
- The shooting occurred on Saturday at Brown University's engineering building.
- Two students died, and nine others were injured in the shooting.
- A memorial service replaced a planned holiday event at Lippitt Memorial Park.
- Benjamin Erickson, from Wisconsin, is in custody as a person of interest.
- Two handguns and ammunition were found when Erickson was detained.
- Most injured students are in critical but stable condition; there is no ongoing suspect search.
- A lockdown at the university lasted until early Sunday, with students hiding for safety.
- Providence Mayor and Brown University officials expressed condolences and support for those affected.
