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Two Brown University Students Killed in Mass Shooting

12/15/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Two Brown University students were killed in a mass shooting on December 13, 2025, including Ella Cook, a Brown University sophomore and vice president of the College Republicans.
The second victim has not been publicly identified.
Nine others were injured, including Kendall Turner in critical condition.
Authorities released a previously detained person of interest as the investigation continues.

History

Historical Context

The 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, which claimed 26 lives, intensified national debates on gun control and school safety. By 2021, organizations like Everytown for Gun Safety reported over 1,300 mass shootings in the U.S. The recent shooting at Brown University, resulting in two deaths and nine injuries, highlights the persistent gun violence crisis in educational settings, potentially reigniting calls for legislative reforms.

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Story summary

Two Brown University students were killed in a mass shooting on December 13, 2025, including Ella Cook, a Brown University sophomore and vice president of the College Republicans.
The second victim has not been publicly identified.
Nine others were injured, including Kendall Turner in critical condition.
Authorities released a previously detained person of interest as the investigation continues.

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