A suspect is not in custody amid an ongoing active shooter situation near Brown University's campus in Providence, Rhode Island, according to an emergency alert issued by the Ivy League school .
Moments after posting its second alert on the afternoon of Saturday, Dec. 13, in which the school said "one suspect in custody," a third alert clarified that "police do not have a suspect in custody and continue to search for suspect(s)."
"Continue to shelter in place. Remain away from Barus & Holley area," the third alert continues. "Brown coordinating with multiple law enforcement agencies on site. Emergency medical on scene."
A fourth alert was also issued, saying, "Report of shots fired near Governor street. Continue to shelter in place. Stay clear. Law enforcement responding."
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