Brown University Shooting: Ella Cook and MukhammadAziz Umurzokov Identified as Victims

On Saturday afternoon, a mass shooting at Brown University left two students dead. Friends and politicians have now named the victims, and investigators are still searching for the gunman.

Identified Victims

Sen. Katie Britt of Alabama and other elected officials identified one student as Ella Cook of Mountain Brook, Alabama. Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin identified the other as MukhammadAziz Umurzokov of Chesterton County, Virginia.

Ella Cook

During a live‑streamed service Sunday morning, the Cathedral Church of the Advent announced that parishioner Ella Cook “was one of those who was killed yesterday” at Brown. Very Rev. R. Craig Smalley praised her, saying, “She was an incredible, grounded, faithful bright light — not only here, growing up here at the Advent and the myriad ways in which she served faithfully and the ways in which she encouraged and lifted up those around her — but at Brown University, she was an incredible light in that particular place as well.” He added, “We hear in the words of John’s Gospel, ‘The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness cannot — and the darkness will not — overcome it,’” addressing Cook’s loved ones.

The New York Young Republican Club also identified Cook as one of the deceased, noting that she was vice president of the Republican Club at Brown.

MukhammadAziz Umurzokov

The American Uzbeki Association posted on Facebook that the student was “a bright and promising Uzbek American student.” The post read, “MukhammadAziz was known for his sharp intellect, kind heart, and quiet willingness to help anyone in need. He carried himself with humility and compassion, earning the respect and affection of those around him. His curiosity, discipline, and generosity reflected both his character and the values of the community that raised him.”

A GoFundMe organized by a family member aimed to cover funeral expenses and donations to charities in his name, noting that he had hopes of becoming a neurosurgeon. U.S. Ambassador to Uzbekistan Jonathan Henick wrote, “We extend our sincere condolences to Mr. Umurzokov’s family, friends, and fellow students and mourn the loss of his bright future.”

Shooting Details

The gunman opened fire inside a classroom in the engineering building, discharging more than 40 rounds from a 9 mm handgun, a law‑enforcement official told AP. Nine other students were injured, but their names have not been publicly released.

Investigation Update

Police renewed their search Monday for the gunman after releasing a person of interest a day earlier. Officials released three new videos of the suspect, who is described as wearing a mask and a dark two‑tone jacket. The FBI says he is about 5 ft 8 in tall with a stocky build. Providence police chief Col. Oscar Perez urged anyone who might recognize him to call a tip line.

Key Takeaways

• Ella Cook and MukhammadAziz Umurzokov identified as victims.
• Nine students injured; identities not released.
• Police continue search for gunman, suspect described as 5 ft 8 in, stocky.

The tragedy has shocked the Brown community, with leaders and organizations mourning the loss of two bright young lives.