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Brown University Under Investigation After Fatal Shooting

12/23/2025

Summary

Story summary

U.S. Department of Education announced an investigation into Brown University for Jeanne Clery Act violations after a December 13 shooting, killing two and injuring nine.
Brown University President Christina Paxson placed campus police chief Rodney Chatman on administrative leave and named former Providence Police Chief Hugh T. Clements as interim chief.
The university is increasing security measures and conducting an after-action review to determine whether Brown's security systems were adequate.

History

Historical Context

The Jeanne Clery Act, enacted in 1990, mandates that U.S. colleges disclose campus crime statistics, a response to the 1986 murder of Jeanne Clery at Lehigh University. Her parents campaigned for transparency after discovering the university's failure to report prior violent crimes. Recent scrutiny of Brown University's compliance with the Act underscores ongoing concerns about campus safety and may prompt significant reforms in security protocols nationwide.

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Story summary

U.S. Department of Education announced an investigation into Brown University for Jeanne Clery Act violations after a December 13 shooting, killing two and injuring nine.
Brown University President Christina Paxson placed campus police chief Rodney Chatman on administrative leave and named former Providence Police Chief Hugh T. Clements as interim chief.
The university is increasing security measures and conducting an after-action review to determine whether Brown's security systems were adequate.

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