‘This has shaken us’: Providence on edge as manhunt for students’ killer goes on

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Michelle R Smith in ProvidenceDecember 16, 2025 at 01:55 AM

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A manhunt is underway in Providence, Rhode Island, following a shooting on Saturday at Brown University that killed two students and injured nine others. The incident has heightened tensions in the city, particularly around the Ivy League campus, with residents expressing grief and frustration as the suspect remains at large. Law enforcement, including the FBI, are actively canvassing the area, and a new person of interest has been identified. False reports of another shooting further amplified anxieties, leading to temporary lockdowns and increased security measures at schools. The mayor has pledged a visible police presence to restore public safety, acknowledging the profound impact of the tragedy on the community.

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