"PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLS) -- There is an active shooter near a Brown University building on Saturday afternoon, according to an alert sent by school officials. A BrownUAlert says the shooter was reported near the Barus & Holley Engineering in Providence, Rhode Island. The alert directs students to "Lock doors, silence phones and stay stay hidden until further notice. Remember: RUN,""
" if you are in the affected location, evacuate safely if you can; HIDE, if evacuation is not possible, take cover; FIGHT, as a last resort, take action to protect yourself. Stay tuned for further safety information." Authorities did not immediately provide further information. This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Copyright © 2025 WLS-TV. All Rights Reserved."
An active shooter was reported near Barus & Holley Engineering at Brown University in Providence on Saturday afternoon. School officials sent a BrownUAlert reporting the location and instructing students to lock doors, silence phones and remain hidden. The alert reiterated RUN/HIDE/FIGHT guidance: evacuate safely if possible; hide and take cover if evacuation is not possible; and fight as a last resort to protect oneself. Authorities did not immediately release additional information. The situation remained active and evolving, with further safety information to be provided as it became available.
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