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What we know as the manhunt for the Brown University shooter nears 72 hours
MSNBC· 2025-12-16 18:44
The manhunt for the Brown University shooter is nearing the 72-hour mark with almost zero answers. In a murder case still full of unknowns, investigators have not announced a motive. They've not found a weapon, nor publicly identified their latest person of interest.They are, however, hoping these new images showing the suspect and gunman just hours before the attack could change that. You see him here masked in dark clothing and pacing. The FBI also released this description.He is quote approximately 5' 8 ...
Rhode Island AG: Enhanced photo of person of interest expected soon
MSNBC· 2025-12-16 16:42
All let's bring in Rhode Island's attorney general now, Peter Nonha, and he's uh joining us. Thank you so much, Attorney General, for being here. Are there any new developments that you can share this morning.>> Well, I will say that uh the teams are working really hard um and uh overnight uh late last night, you know, I was in the control room, so I've seen the work um by people I've known for a long time as a state and federal prosecutor, US attorney, and now AG. And there is an enhanced photograph um tha ...
Providence mayor and police chief discuss search for Brown University gunman
NBC News· 2025-12-16 01:05
We are joined tonight here on Top Story by the mayor of Providence, Rhode Island, Brett Smiley, and Providence Chief of Police, Colonel Oscar Perez. I thank you both for joining the broadcast. I know you guys are both incredibly busy trying to find this killer. Colonel Perez, I'm going to start with you. This investigation now topping about 50 hours, but up until a few hours ago, we just had one image of a person of interest. Why is this investigation taking so long, and why is it so difficult for your brav ...
Manhunt continues for suspect in Brown University shooting after officials release new images
MSNBC· 2025-12-15 23:57
This is the mayor of Providence, Rhode Island, >> Ted Doc, special agent in charge from the FBI. >> Uh, I'm going to start with a brief update and then uh just to let folks know about the work that we continue to do to reassure residents in Providence uh that they're safe in their community and we are grateful for all of the assistance that we have continued to receive. As we announced last night, we would be providing enhanced police coverage uh throughout the Brown community, throughout the east side, and ...
'We're definitely getting closer': RI AG gives update on manhunt for Brown shooting suspect
MSNBC· 2025-12-15 22:09
Joining us, Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neonia. Um, Mr. . Attorney General, thank you very much.First, let's get to the Brown University shooting specifically. Um, we've seen one video released by police so far. It's the only video that we've seen.It's of uh the what they think is the the gunman walking down the street. No, um, visual on his face or that person's face. As I understand it, there is another video.We're currently working to get that onto our screens. Can you help me um understand what ...
Suspect in Brown University shooting remains at large
MSNBC· 2025-12-15 18:01
Investigation Status - Law enforcement is reassessing the threat and deploying resources to ensure community safety, but the suspect's current location is unknown [2] - The investigation involves cellular analysis, license plate readers, video feed reviews, witness interviews, and ballistics analysis [3][4] - Authorities are analyzing expended rounds and shell casings to determine the weapon type and potential owner [4][5] - The investigation has returned to "square one," focusing on neighborhood canvassing, witness interviews, and electronic information review [14][15] - The success of the investigation depends on the suspect's sophistication, including smartphone usage, reconnaissance, and awareness of investigative techniques [18] Investigative Techniques - Law enforcement uses a "picket fence canvas" approach, utilizing available cameras even if they are blocks away [7][8] - Video footage and smartphone data are expected to quickly lead investigators to the suspect's identity [9] - Enhanced police presence will be implemented in Providence and on campus to provide comfort and confidence [16] - Task forces combining federal, state, and local capabilities are expected to efficiently work the case [21] Community Impact - The campus atmosphere is somber, with students adjusting travel plans [9][10] - Students are expressing confusion and concern, especially after the initial person of interest was released [10][11] - The victims have been identified as Ella Cook and Muhammad Aziz Ummerov [12]
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Forbes· 2025-12-15 15:00
Critics have speculated the Trump administration could use the ongoing investigation exemption to withhold files, after the DOJ opened a new investigation into Epstein’s association with high-profile Democrats.https://t.co/VeOmv9xaZN📸: Rick Friedman/Corbis via Getty Images https://t.co/D6O7XeKwNV ...
Special Report: Person of interest in Brown University shooting to be released
NBC News· 2025-12-15 05:21
BY COLONEL OSCAR PEREZ, CHIEF OF THE PROVIDENCE POLICE DEPARTMENT, SHORTLY WE WILL BE RELEASING THE PERSON OF INTEREST WHO HAD BEEN DETAINED EARLIER TODAY, AND THE ATTORNEY GENERAL CAN SPEAK A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THE RATIONALE FOR THAT. BUT WE WANT TO INFORM THE COMMUNITY THAT THAT INDIVIDUAL WILL SHORTLY BE RELEASED FROM PROVIDENCE POLICE. WE KNOW THAT THIS IS LIKELY TO CAUSE FRESH ANXIETY FOR OUR COMMUNITY, AND WE WANT TO REITERATE WHAT WE SAID EARLIER, WHICH REMAINS TRUE, WHICH IS EVER SINCE THE INITIAL CAL ...
Special Report: Officials confirm suspect in custody in Brown University shooting
NBC News· 2025-12-14 13:20
This is an NBC News special report. Here's Willie Gist. >> Good morning.I'm Willie Gist. We're back on the air now with news that police have a suspect in custody in connection with Saturday's mass shooting at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island that left two students dead, at least nine others injured. Officials in Rhode Island, including Mayor Brett Smiley of Providence, holding a press conference with new details.Let's listen in. uh the individuals who are recovering at Rhode Island Hospital. Uh ...
New Epstein photos are ‘only the tip of the iceberg’: Dem. Rep.
MSNBC· 2025-12-12 20:41
The release of those new photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate that we've been reporting uh raises a fresh set of questions and I'm hoping my next guest can help answer them. Democratic member of the House Oversight Committee, Congressman Sua Suberman Manium of Virginia is with us now. Congressman, it's good to have you here.Um the Democrats tell us that the committee got 95,000 plus images. Just 19 were released today. Can you help us understand what went into the discussions to release these specific pictu ...