The suspected Brown University shooter has been identified in news reports as a 24‑year‑old man named Benjamin Erickson from Wisconsin.
Status and identification
Law enforcement officials and multiple major news outlets have described Erickson as a “person of interest” or suspect who was taken into custody in connection with the December 13, 2025 shooting at Brown University. As of the latest reports, authorities have not yet publicly announced formal charges or provided a detailed motive, and some statements still refer to him as a person of interest rather than definitively as the shooter.
What is publicly known
Reports indicate that Erickson is in his mid‑20s, has ties to Wisconsin, and previously served as an Army infantryman before leaving the service in 2024. He was reportedly detained at a hotel in Coventry, Rhode Island, where police recovered multiple firearms believed to be connected to the attack.
Ongoing investigation
Officials have emphasized that the investigation remains active, with details about motive, planning, and any possible connections still developing. Because of this, information may change as authorities release verified updates, and any conclusions about guilt ultimately depend on the outcome of the legal process.
