A tragic shooting near Brown University’s Providence campus left two people dead and eight injured on Saturday afternoon. The incident prompted a shelter-in-place order as police launched a manhunt for the suspect. President Donald Trump confirmed FBI involvement and later corrected his initial claim that a suspect was in custody.
The shooting occurred around 4:30 p.m. near the Barus and Holley engineering building, where final exams were underway. Providence Police reported multiple victims and urged residents to stay indoors. Trump described the attack as “a terrible thing,” while local officials clarified that the suspect remained at large. The investigation continues with federal and local agencies coordinating on the ground.
Notable updates
• Two fatalities and eight injuries reported near Brown University campus
• Shooting occurred during final exams in engineering building; shelter-in-place order issued
• Trump says FBI is on scene; retracts earlier statement about suspect custody
• Providence mayor confirms suspect not in custody as of Saturday evening
• Police urge residents to avoid the area and follow official advisories
Major takeaway
Authorities are treating the incident as an ongoing public safety emergency, with focus on the active search for the suspect and support for victims and the campus community.
Sources: Providence Journal, PBS NewsHour, Hindustan Times, LiveMint