Police are actively seeking a suspect following a shooting incident at a university earlier today. Witnesses observed victims of the shooting receiving CPR after a gunman opened fire on Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island this evening.
The university issued an alert at 4:22 pm local time, advising individuals to take precautions due to an active shooter near the Barus & Holley Engineering area. Subsequent updates at 5:11 pm and 5:27 pm urged people to remain sheltered and informed of ongoing police operations in the vicinity.
A spokesperson later confirmed multiple shooting victims with unknown conditions being treated at local hospitals. The university is prioritizing the safety of its community, working closely with law enforcement and medical teams to provide support and gather information about the incident.
Law enforcement efforts are ongoing, with a shelter-in-place order still in effect as of the latest update at 6:34 pm. Unfortunately, two individuals have been reported deceased, while eight others remain in critical condition. The shooter(s) have not been apprehended, leading to continued caution in the area.
Community members are urged to comply with law enforcement instructions and avoid the affected area for their safety. Students and staff present at the time of the incident are encouraged to contact the authorities if they have left the engineering building.
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