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Providence investigators renew manhunt after campus shooting

PUBLISHED Dec 15, 2025, 10:13 AM ET

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Providence investigators renew manhunt after campus shooting

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Sources: 11

Center 73%

Right 27%

Sources: 11

Providence, R.I. — Authorities renewed a manhunt Monday after a weekend classroom shooting at Brown University left two students dead and multiple others wounded. Police released three surveillance videos and canvassed neighborhoods for additional footage while releasing a previously held person of interest; investigators and leaders publicly identified victim Ella Cook and coordinated community tributes. Federal agents described the suspect and offered a reward as campus operations and memorials continued this week. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Ayesha A. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Weekend: Shooting occurs inside Barus & Holley building at Brown University; two students die and others are wounded.
Sunday: A detained person of interest is held and later released; campus lockdown and shelter orders are lifted.
Sunday, Dec. 14: Church service in Birmingham publicly identifies Ella Cook as one victim and community leaders offer condolences.
Monday, Dec. 15: Police release three surveillance videos and canvass neighborhoods while renewing the manhunt and requesting public tips.
Following days: FBI provides suspect description and reward; state and local officials coordinate memorials, tributes, and campus support services.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 11
Right Leaning:: 3
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 8
Distribution:: Left 0%, Center 73%, Right 27%

Who Benefited

Law enforcement and investigative agencies gained wider public attention and tip submissions, aiding evidence collection and public cooperation in the search for the suspect.

Who Impacted

Families, friends, and the Brown University community suffered the immediate human loss, trauma, and disruption after the classroom shooting that killed two students and wounded others.