Multiple shootings were reported at Brown University in the US state of Rhode Island on Saturday (local time), with law enforcement actively searching for the suspect, authorities said.

The university and local agencies have urged students, staff, and the public to avoid the area and follow safety instructions.

In a series of alerts, Brown University’s emergency notification system, BrownUAlert, warned of an active shooter near the Barus & Holley Engineering building, which is the undergraduate Computer Lab for students enrolled in the engineering courses.

“Lock doors, silence phones and stay hidden until further notice. Remember: RUN, if you are in the affected location, evacuate safely if you can; HIDE, if evacuation is not possible, take cover; FIGHT, as a last resort, take action to

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