Authorities seek public assistance in identifying person connected to ongoing manhunt for gunman who killed two and wounded nine.
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Providence Police released photos on Wednesday of an individual who was “in proximity” to the person of interest in the Brown University shooting. The December 14 attack left two dead and nine critically wounded.
Manhunt Enters Fifth Day
Five days into the manhunt, law enforcement has not identified the gunman. The Providence Police Department is asking the public for help in identifying the individual shown in the photos.
“Investigators are asking for the public’s help in identifying and speaking to the individual shown in these photos who was in proximity of the person of interest,” Providence Police stated. Anyone with information is urged to contact the tip line at 401-272-3121.
View the photos here:
FBI Boston Joins Appeal for Information
The FBI Boston Field Office also requested public assistance in identifying the individual:
“The #FBI Boston is continuing to assist our partners @ProvidenceRIPD, which is leading the investigation into the mass shooting at Brown University.”
New Footage of Person of Interest
On Tuesday, law enforcement released enhanced footage of the person of interest. The video shows a male with a pudgy belly walking past first responders minutes after the 4:03 PM ET shooting.
Ongoing Investigation
The FBI and Providence Police continue to investigate the shooting and are actively pursuing leads. Authorities have not released the identity of the gunman or the individual in the photos.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Providence Police tip line at 401-272-3121. The investigation remains active and ongoing.
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