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Brown University Shooting: Person of Interest Detained
14 Dec
Summary
- A person of interest has been taken into custody early Sunday.
- At least two people were killed and nine others injured in the shooting.
- University classes and exams for the fall semester have been canceled.
Tragedy struck Brown University as a shooting incident resulted in at least two fatalities and nine injuries. Early Sunday, authorities apprehended a person of interest in connection with the violence, taking them into custody at a local hotel. The individual is reportedly in their 30s.
In response to the devastating event, university officials made the decision to cancel all remaining classes, exams, and assignments for the fall semester. Students were informed they are free to depart from campus if they wish, with support services available for those who remain.
The New England Patriots organization released a statement expressing profound sorrow over the "horrific events." The team extended condolences to those affected and commended the swift actions of first responders and law enforcement.
