An active shooter is present on Brown’s campus near Barus and Holley, according to an alert sent out by the Department of Public Safety.
Video footage obtained by The Herald showed several police officers on campus, as well as several emergency vehicles on the surrounding roads. Additional footage depicted several individuals lying on the ground near the Sciences Library appearing to be assisted by police.
The alert and call was sent to students immediately by DPS following the incident, urging students to hide, run or evacuate until further notice.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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