Manhunt Intensifies for Brown University Shooter After Fatal Campus Attack
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The search continues for the gunman responsible for a deadly shooting at Brown University that left two students dead and nine others injured. The suspect remains at large following the tragic incident that unfolded inside a campus classroom on December 13, 2025. Authorities, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation, are actively pursuing leads in the case, while the community mourns the loss of life and grapples with the shock of violence on a historic Ivy League campus.
President Donald Trump addressed reporters on December 15, describing the shooter as an “animal” and expressing hope that law enforcement will soon apprehend the suspect. When questioned about the difficulty in identifying the gunman, Trump pointed to the university’s own security measures, stating, “This was a school problem. They had their own guards, their own police, had their own everything. But you’d have to ask that question really to the school, not to the FBI. We came in after the fact, and the FBI will do a good job, but they came in after the fact.” The FBI’s involvement underscores the gravity of the situation and the complexity of the ongoing investigation.
Authorities initially detained a man in a Rhode Island hotel in connection with the shooting, but he was subsequently released, and the manhunt resumed. The FBI is providing critical support to local law enforcement agencies in Rhode Island as they work to identify and capture the suspect. The FBI’s active shooter protocols emphasize rapid response and collaboration with local agencies to mitigate threats and bring perpetrators to justice.
The two students who lost their lives have been identified as Ella Cook, a sophomore from Alabama who served as vice president of the Brown University College Republicans, and Mukhammad Aziz Umurzokov, a naturalized U.S. citizen originally from Uzbekistan now residing in Virginia. Their deaths have deeply affected the Brown community and sparked vigils and calls for enhanced campus safety.
Experts have described Brown University as a “soft target” for such an attack, highlighting the challenges universities face in preventing and responding to violent incidents. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that gun violence on college campuses remains a critical public health concern, calling for improved security measures and mental health support.
Local authorities have released new videos and photos of a person of interest in the case, urging anyone with information to come forward. The Rhode Island State Police are coordinating efforts with the FBI and other agencies to expedite the investigation. Community members are encouraged to stay vigilant and report suspicious activity to law enforcement.
As the nation watches, the tragedy at Brown has reignited debates over campus security and gun control policies. The Department of Homeland Security continues to emphasize the importance of preparedness and prevention strategies to protect educational institutions from such violent acts.
In the wake of the shooting, Brown University has expressed condolences to the victims’ families and pledged to review and strengthen its security protocols. The university community remains united in grief and determination to heal from this devastating event.
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