Brown University lockdown after false active shooter report; no injuries, investigation ongoing.

Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, activated a campus lockdown on Saturday, December 13, 2025, following reports of an active shooter. The alert, sent at around 4:20 p.m., directed students and staff to lock doors, turn off phones, and follow the “run, hide, fight” protocol. Law enforcement and campus security responded, conducting a thorough search of the area. No injuries or confirmed threats were reported, and the situation was resolved without further incident. The university has not disclosed details about the nature of the report, and investigations remain ongoing. Officials continue to urge the campus community to rely on official communications and avoid spreading unverified information.