As a result of this incident, which took place during exams at the university, two people died, and eight others sustained serious injuries. The shooting occurred in Providence, Rhode Island.
Currently, information about the shooter is limited. He is described as a man dressed in black clothing, and law enforcement has not yet managed to apprehend him.
The incident took place in the building of the engineering and physics departments, where exams were scheduled for that day. One student reports that he was hiding under his desk for two hours waiting for the police operation to conclude.
U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his condolences and noted that he had been informed about the events at the university. "This is a terrible incident. We must pray for the victims. It is a disgrace," he said in an interview.
Federal law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, are working at the scene, providing support to local services.
Brown University, a member of the Ivy League, is considered one of the oldest educational institutions in the country, known for its research programs.
