Authorities have revealed new details about the alleged gunman at Brown University.
During a press briefing on Saturday evening at the university’s campus in Providence, Rhode Island, officials described the suspect as a man dressed entirely in black. The unidentified individual entered the Barus and Holley engineering building at approximately 4:05 p.m. local time and initiated gunfire.
At present, two fatalities have been confirmed, with eight others sustaining critical injuries but now in stable condition at the hospital. The suspect reportedly fled on foot, moving in the direction of Hope Street. The last sighting of the assailant was shortly after 4 p.m. when the initial emergency call was made.
A statement released by the prestigious Ivy League institution states, “We are issuing an update on the active shooting incident. It is with deep regret that we confirm the loss of two lives in the active shooting incident at the Barus and Holley engineering building,” as reported by the Mirror US.
“Eight additional victims are in critical but stable condition at the hospital. A shelter-in-place directive remains in effect. The perpetrator or perpetrators have not been apprehended as yet. Law enforcement operations are ongoing in the vicinity.”
It is possible that the suspect gained entry with the assistance of others within the building. Officials noted that due to final exams being conducted, the area had high foot traffic.
“Most of our buildings typically require card swipes after hours,” officials explained. “However, given the final exam situation, there was likely a significant amount of traffic in that area.”
Authorities have reported that no weapons were found following the incident, and the type of firearm used remains undisclosed at this time.
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