Deadly Shooting on Brown University Campus
Two Dead and Several Seriously Injured
At least two people have been killed and eight others seriously injured in a shooting on the campus of Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, local authorities reported on Saturday.
Suspect Still at Large
The shooter is currently being actively sought, said Providence Police Deputy Chief Tim O’Hara during a press conference held shortly after the incident. No arrests have been reported at this time.
Incident Occurred in a University Building
The shooting took place in a building housing the engineering and physics departments, where several exams were scheduled for Saturday afternoon, the university stated in a press release.
No Weapon Found at the Scene
According to the police, no weapon has been found at the site of the attack, raising questions about the exact sequence of events.
Prestigious University in Shock
Founded in the 18th century, Brown University is a private institution and a member of the Ivy League, which brings together some of the most prestigious universities in the United States.
Gun Violence: A Persistent Plague in the United States
This incident reignites the debate over gun violence in the United States, where the right to bear arms is protected by the Constitution, despite the increasing number of shootings in recent years.
