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Authorities release person of interest detained in Brown University shooting

Authorities release person of interest detained in Brown University shooting

Summary

A person detained after a shooting at Brown University was released, leaving police without any suspects. The attack killed two students and injured nine others. Authorities are continuing their search for the shooter.

Key Facts

  • A shooting at Brown University led to two deaths and nine injuries.
  • Police held and then released a person who they thought might be connected.
  • The shooting happened during a busy time on campus, affecting final exams.
  • Law enforcement is still looking for the shooter and using video footage to help.
  • Brown University canceled remaining classes and exams for the semester.
  • The person detained was a 24-year-old man from Wisconsin, but no evidence confirmed his involvement.
  • The shooter fired more than 40 shots with a 9 mm handgun inside a classroom.

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