On Saturday, December 13, 2025, a mass shooting occurred at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. A gunman opened fire in the Barus & Holley engineering building, killing two students and wounding nine others. Law enforcement responded quickly, and victims were transported to nearby hospitals. Authorities launched a manhunt for the shooter, who fled on foot and remained at large.

Brown University activated emergency protocols, urging students to “shelter in place” while police secured the campus. Classes and exams were canceled, and counselors were deployed to support those affected. Public vigils were held to mourn the victims and support the injured and their families.

Providence police and the FBI released surveillance images of a person of interest near campus before the shooting, describing the suspect as “armed and dangerous.” A reward of up to $50,000 was offered for information leading to an arrest. Authorities asked the public to share any relevant footage or tips.

Investigators are also exploring a potential link to a separate killing two days later in Brookline, Massachusetts, where MIT professor Nuno F.G. Loureiro was shot at his home. Officials said no definitive connection has been confirmed but are examining “possible shared evidence or suspect connections.”

The Brown University community continues to cope with grief and trauma. University leaders emphasized their commitment to support survivors and enhance campus safety, while local schools increased police presence. Law enforcement maintains an active search for the suspect, canvassing neighborhoods, reviewing footage, and urging public cooperation to reconstruct the timeline and identify those responsible.