Police Release Video of Person of Interest in Brown University Mass Shooting as Search for Gunman Continues

A mass shooting occurred at Brown University's Barus & Holley building on Saturday, December 13, during final exams, where a gunman fired over 40 rounds from a 9mm handgun, injuring nine students.

Nine students were injured in the attack; one has been released, while eight others remain in critical condition, with seven stable and one still unstable, highlighting the severity of the incident.

Benjamin Erickson, a 24-year-old Wisconsin man, was initially detained Sunday morning at a Rhode Island hotel, with two handguns and loaded magazines recovered, making him a person of interest.

Erickson was subsequently released without charges due to insufficient evidence, marking a significant setback in the investigation and shifting focus back to identifying the actual perpetrator.

Police released video footage of a person of interest walking near Brown University shortly after the shooting, seeking public assistance to identify the individual as the search for the actual gunman intensifies.