Brown University Shooting: New Video Footage, Ongoing Investigation, and Community Response

A masked suspect in a Brown University shooting has been shown in fresh video footage, while authorities continue to gather clues and keep the public updated.

Fresh Video Reveals Suspect’s Movements

The Providence Police Department released an enhanced video that shows the suspect walking, running and carrying a cross‑body bag around the East Side before the Saturday shooting. The footage, which was also shared by the FBI, depicts a dark‑clothed individual with a mask and a two‑tone jacket.

• The suspect was seen near Hope, Benevolent, Cooke and Manning streets as early as about 2 p.m. on Saturday.
• The first 911 call about the shooting came in just after 4 p.m.
• The suspect used a 9 mm firearm and fired several rounds.

The FBI’s new six‑minute reconstruction, released Monday, also shows the suspect’s route in the two hours before the attack.

Victim Status and Hospital Updates

As of late Wednesday morning, six of the seven students still being treated are now in stable condition; the seventh remains in critical but stable condition. Two patients have been discharged.

• Nine students were injured in the attack, and all but one were still being treated at Rhode Island Hospital as of midday Sunday.
• One student remains in critical condition, five are in critical but stable condition, and one is in stable condition.

The University of Rhode Island has announced that it will not hold in‑person exams today; online exams will proceed as scheduled.

Brown University’s Response to Security Concerns

Brown officials acknowledged that the Barus & Holley building was open to the public, though some rooms required badge swipes. “We would hope people understand that college campuses are more like cities than corporate headquarters,” said spokesperson Brian Clark.

• Brown plans a large‑scale systematic security review of the entire campus.
• The university has over 1,200 cameras, but they do not cover every hallway or classroom.
• Brown sent its first alert at 4:22 p.m., 17 minutes after the first 911 call.
• The school did not deploy its siren system to avoid directing people into the path of an active shooter.

Brown also condemned the harmful doxxing of a student on social media, stating that accusations and conspiracies were “irresponsible, harmful, and in some cases dangerous.” The spokesperson added that if a name had relevance to the investigation, law‑enforcement officials would be actively looking for that person.

Law Enforcement and Federal Involvement

Attorney General Peter Neronha has said investigators are “definitely getting closer” to identifying a suspect, though no face‑recognition video has yet been found. He described the individual in dark clothes as a person of “significant interest.”

• The FBI’s Evidence Response Team remains on Brown’s campus processing the scene.
• The FBI’s lab at Quantico is assisting.
• The Providence Police Department remains the lead agency, with the FBI in a supporting role.
• The FBI announced a $50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect.

Former U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse urged the public to stop speculation on social media, saying, “We have no evidence of a motive as of late Tuesday and are not examining an individual whose name is circulating online.”

• Whitehouse said, during a Judiciary Committee hearing, that people should “just shut up until we know who did it and why.”

Former Boston Police Commissioner Ed Davis expressed concern that no one had come forward despite the growing video evidence. He noted that some friends had taken active measures to destroy evidence and protect suspects. Davis said, “Tragically, no one has called yet.”

Community and Government Reactions

Governor Dan McKee directed state education officials to conduct a full review of safety and security plans at K‑12 schools and colleges. He also asked his education commissioners to work with the state behavioral health department on strengthening mental health support.

Mayor Brett Smiley said Providence remains a very safe city and that residents can go about their business. He acknowledged the anxiety felt by the community.

• Smiley said the city will hold daily news conferences as long as events warrant.
• The city council is scheduled to swear in new member Jill Davidson at 5 p.m.

The Youth Peace and Justice Foundation announced it would plant two trees in Vermont’s Green Mountain National Forest to honor the two victims, offering a $5,000 reward for information.

Key Takeaways

• Fresh video footage shows the masked suspect’s movements and a cross‑body bag, providing new clues.
• The FBI has released a six‑minute reconstruction and offers a $50,000 reward.
• Brown University is reviewing its security protocols and condemns harmful doxxing.

The investigation continues with authorities urging anyone with information to contact the FBI or Providence Police. The community remains engaged, and officials continue to provide updates as new evidence emerges.

Closing

The Brown University shooting remains a tragic event that has spurred a nationwide conversation about campus safety, law‑enforcement response, and community healing. As new evidence surfaces and authorities work to identify the suspect, the focus remains on providing support to victims, honoring the lives lost, and ensuring that such a tragedy does not recur.