Two Dead, Nine Injured in Brown University Campus Shooting; Suspect at Large

A shooting occurred at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, on Saturday, December 13, 2025, resulting in two fatalities and nine injuries. The incident took place during final exams in the Barus & Holley engineering building.

The suspect, described as a man in his 30s dressed in black and possibly wearing a camouflage mask, remains at large. Over 400 law enforcement officers, including agents from the FBI and ATF, are involved in the search.

Providence Mayor Brett Smiley confirmed the casualties and emphasized ongoing efforts to ensure safety and apprehend the suspect. Brown University President Christina Paxson expressed heartbreak over the incident and urged the campus community to remain vigilant.

This shooting is the second major incident of gun violence on a U.S. university campus this week, following a fatal shooting at Kentucky State University on December 9.