In a significant development in the Brown University shooting case, the Providence Police Department has released new surveillance footage showing a person of interest walking near the Ivy League campus hours before the deadly attack. The incident on Saturday resulted in the tragic deaths of two students and left nine others injured.
New Surveillance Videos Reveal Suspect's Movements
During a press conference on Monday, officials displayed several clips captured on Saturday afternoon. One 13-second video shows an individual, wearing a mask and a dark two-tone jacket, walking on a sidewalk beside a picket fence around 2 pm. Another 8-second clip shows a masked person crossing a street, while a third 9-second video captures the same figure walking next to an iron gate. The person appears to be wearing dark clothing in all the released footage and photos.
This release comes just a day after investigators experienced a setback, having to release a previously detained person of interest. The man, described by the FBI as about 5 feet 8 inches tall with a stocky build, was taken into custody at a Rhode Island hotel but was later let go.
Police Confirm Brown University Was a Target
Providence Police Chief Oscar L. Perez, Jr. made a crucial statement on Monday, confirming that the shooter intentionally targeted the prestigious university. "What I can tell you is that this individual definitely targeted Brown University, because clearly we’re here speaking about that," Chief Perez said. He added that investigators are exploring whether there were any additional targets, stating that all possibilities remain open.
Investigation Continues Amid Community Shock
The release of the videos marks a continued effort by law enforcement to gather information and identify the suspect responsible for the Saturday attack. The shooting has sent shockwaves through the Ivy League campus community and the wider Providence area. The police are urging anyone with information about the individual in the videos to come forward as the probe intensifies.
The investigation into the motive and the full sequence of events remains active. Authorities are piecing together the suspect's movements in the two hours leading up to the shooting, as evidenced by the newly public surveillance material. The community awaits further updates as police work to bring the perpetrator to justice.
