Suspect Detained After Fatal Shooting at Brown University in Rhode Island

A suspect has been detained in connection with a fatal shooting at Brown University in the United States that left two people dead and nine others injured, authorities confirmed on Saturday. The shooting occurred on the university’s campus in Providence, Rhode Island, prompting an immediate lockdown and a large scale response from law enforcement and emergency services.

The detained suspect has been identified as Benjamin Erickson, a man in his 20s, who is currently being questioned as part of the ongoing investigation. According to Providence Mayor Brett Smiley, seven of the injured victims are in stable condition, one remains in critical condition, and one person has been discharged from hospital. University officials said campus safety measures were swiftly implemented following the incident as authorities worked to secure the area.

Investigators have not yet released details regarding a possible motive or whether the suspect acted alone. The incident has once again drawn national attention to concerns over gun violence on U.S. college campuses, as officials continue to assess security protocols and provide support to students, staff, and families affected by the tragedy.