A sad event happened at Brown University on Saturday. A shooting caused great distress in the university and the city of Providence. Two students lost their lives. Nine other people were hurt. The person who shot them is still free.
The shooting took place in the Barus and Holley building. It happened around 4:00 PM. Many people were inside. This caused a lot of fear. Police started a big search right away.
The university campus was closed. People had to stay inside their buildings for safety. Over 400 police officers, including the FBI, joined the search. On Sunday, a man was arrested. He was thought to be a person of interest. However, he was released later that day.
The Attorney General explained that some evidence seemed to point to him. But later, there was no reason to keep him. Investigators are now looking at video. It shows a suspect in dark clothes leaving the area. The reason for the shooting is not known. The gunman entered a classroom. Students were studying for an economics test.
Brown University has canceled all classes and exams. This is to help students and teachers deal with the trauma. This event is part of a larger problem of violence in the country. It is the 389th mass shooting this year. Police are still visible in Providence. This reminds people of their fear.
The Mayor of Providence said people could "breathe a little easier." But the search for the shooter continues. The FBI is using technology to find the person. The community is waiting for answers. They want the person responsible to be caught.