Providence – Police in the US state of Rhode Island have announced that a man detained in connection with the deadly mass shooting at Brown University will be released, as investigators say the inquiry has shifted direction and there is currently no basis to hold him.
- The announcement was made during a late-night briefing, where authorities said the individual had been taken into custody as a person of interest following the shooting but would now be freed after further review of evidence. Officials declined to share details about what initially led to his detention, citing the sensitivity of the ongoing investigation.
- The shooting, which occurred on the Ivy League university’s campus in Providence, left two people dead and several others injured, triggering panic and a campus-wide lockdown. The incident took place during an academic session, heightening concerns about safety at educational institutions across the United States.
- Law enforcement agencies, including local police and federal investigators, continue to examine forensic evidence, surveillance footage and witness statements. Authorities said the investigation is now pursuing alternative leads and remains active, urging the public to share any information that could assist detectives.
- City officials acknowledged the fear and trauma caused by the attack, offering condolences to the victims’ families and reassurance that all available resources are being used to identify those responsible. Brown University administration has also moved to suspend classes temporarily while counselling services are provided to students and staff.
- The case has once again drawn attention to gun violence on US campuses, with calls from community leaders and educators for renewed debate on security measures and prevention strategies.
Police stressed that releasing the detained man does not mean the case is being closed, but rather reflects the evolving nature of the investigation as authorities work to establish the full sequence of events and bring the perpetrators to justice.
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