Two Dead, Eight Seriously Injured in Brown University Shooting; Suspect Sought, Trump Urges Prayer

A fatal shooting occurred Saturday evening inside the campus of Brown University in Rhode Island, northeastern United States, resulting in the death of two people and serious injuries to eight others, according to a university statement.

Incident and Investigation Details:

• Victims: Two people killed and eight others seriously wounded.

• Location: The shooting took place in the Barus and Holley building, which houses classrooms and labs for the Engineering and Physics departments.

• Security Status: The shooter has not been apprehended, and the shelter-in-place order remains in effect on campus.

• Investigation: Authorities are searching for the suspect. Providence Police Deputy Chief Tim O'Hara confirmed that investigators believe a firearm was used, although no weapons were found at the scene. The type of weapon remains unknown.

President Trump's Reaction:

• President Donald Trump commented on the incident upon returning from a football game, noting that he had been briefed on the horrific details.

• Trump stated that the victims were "badly injured" and that "all we can do now is pray" for them.

• He promised to provide updates later, describing the event as "very sad."

University Context:

• Brown University is a private research institution and a member of the Ivy League, making it one of the oldest higher education institutions in the country.