‘Multiple’ people shot at Brown University, police say – DW – 12/14/2025

Providence Police confirmed that “multiple” people have been shot at Brown University.

“This is an active investigation. Please shelter in place or avoid the area until further notice,” police said on Twitter.

Police did not immediately provide details about the conditions of the victims or the circumstances of the shooting.

Brown University said the victims “were transported to local hospitals.”

• There was an active shooter incident near Brown University’s Baras and Holley.
• The seven-storey complex houses the university’s School of Engineering and Physics departments.
• Police confirm ‘several’ people have been shot
• Authorities say the suspect is still at large
• Officials caution that information remains preliminary
• The Ivy League school has approximately 11,000 students.

Police are responding to an active shooting situation at Brown University in Rhode Island.

Police say “several” people have been shot and the suspect is still at large.

Nothing much is clear at this point, but stay tuned as we bring you the latest.