Providence Police released new surveillance footage Monday as they continue to investigate Saturday’s shooting at Brown University that left two students dead and nine others injured, asking the public to help identify a person of interest seen near campus before the attack.
In a series of posts shared on X, the department urged anyone who recognizes the individual shown in the footage to contact authorities.
“We are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest in Saturday’s incident at Brown University,” Providence Police said. “Please share these video clips and direct all tips to 401-272-3121 or fbi.gov/brownuniversityshooting.”
Providence Police Video 1
🚨1/4 We are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest in Saturday’s incident at Brown University. Please share these video clips and direct all tips to 401-272-3121 or https://t.co/8a1yEMYJya pic.twitter.com/D63mcbnq8J
— Providence Police (@ProvidenceRIPD) December 15, 2025
According to police, the footage was captured approximately two hours before the shooting and shows an individual walking near the campus area.
Authorities described the person of interest as a male with a stocky build, approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall, wearing dark clothing and a mask.
Providence Police Video 2
🚨2/4 We are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest in Saturday’s incident at Brown University. Please share these video clips and direct all tips to 401-272-3121 or https://t.co/8a1yEMYJya pic.twitter.com/5hLiqRDtC4
— Providence Police (@ProvidenceRIPD) December 15, 2025
Police emphasized that the individual shown in the footage has not been identified and is considered a person of interest, not a suspect.
Investigators have asked the public to carefully review the videos and images and report any information that could help identify the individual.
Providence Police Image 1
As The Dallas Express previously reported, two Brown University students were killed and nine others were injured during the Saturday afternoon attack.
A Wisconsin man detained earlier in the investigation was later released after police determined he was not connected to the shooting.
Authorities said the investigation remains active and that they are continuing to pursue additional leads in coordination with federal partners.
Providence Police Video 3 / Image 2
Video 3: We are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest in Saturday’s incident at Brown University. Please share these video clips and direct all tips to 401-272-3121 or https://t.co/8a1yEMYJya pic.twitter.com/65EhywRyh1
— Providence Police (@ProvidenceRIPD) December 15, 2025
Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to contact Providence Police at 401-272-3121 or submit tips through the FBI at fbi.gov/brownuniversityshooting.
