Providence Officials Provide Update on Campus Shooting Investigation

Investigation Update and Victim Count

• 📌 An update on the ongoing investigation into a horrific attack and act of violence in Providence was provided by city and state officials.
• ⚠️ A new detail shared is that there is one additional victim, bringing the total number of injured individuals to nine.
• 🩹 This ninth victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries from fragments due to the shooting, not a gunshot wound, and is expected to make a full recovery.

Suspect at Large and Public Safety Measures

• 🏃 The individual responsible for the attack is still at large, and authorities are utilizing every resource to find the suspect.
• 🔒 A short video showing an image of the suspect will be released following the press briefing.
• 🏘️ A shelter-in-place order remains in effect for the broader Brown University community, including the campus and surrounding neighborhoods.
• 👮 Over 400 officers are currently in the area assisting with the investigation and ensuring community safety.
• 🚒 Providence Fire has been deployed to venues of assembly, such as the mall and parks, to provide a visible presence and reassure the public.
• 📞 Calls received by 911 in the last several hours have been unrelated to this incident, and there are no additional threats at this time.

Law Enforcement and Community Support

• 🤝 The investigation is receiving tremendous assistance from law enforcement partners, including the FBI and ATF, as well as numerous communities around Rhode Island.
• 📞 Anyone with information relevant to the investigation is encouraged to call the Providence Police non-emergency line at 401-272-3121 or 911.
• 🗣️ Governor Dan McKee emphasized that all state resources are available to support the mayor's team and Brown University.
• 🇺🇸 Offers of direct assistance have been received from the FBI Director and President Trump.
• 📍 The video of the suspect will be released from the Barrison Holly building, looking towards Hope Street.