Brown University shooting: First info on Providence campus suspect out, scary videos emerge

The reported incident occurred near the Barus & Holley building, which houses Brown’s School of Engineering and Physics Department. The seven-story facility contains dozens of laboratories, classrooms and offices and is a central academic hub on campus.

City officials said the situation remained fluid as law enforcement continued to gather details from the scene. Kristy DosReis, Providence’s chief public information officer, confirmed that information was still being assessed amid the active response.

The university issued at least three alerts within minutes. The first notice informed students and staff members about an active shooter situation.