In brief
In a devastating incident at Brown University, two students were killed and nine others injured by a gunman who remains at large. MukhammadAziz Umurzokov and Ella Cook were remembered fondly by friends and family for their achievements, passions, and the positive impact they made on their communities. The university community is coming together to honor the victims and support the wounded as they recover.
Outside Brown University, a makeshift shrine of flowers and condolence cards has appeared following a tragic shooting incident where a gunman killed two students and injured nine others. Investigators are diligently pursuing leads on the assailant, who remains at large as the community grapples with the aftermath of the tragedy.The victims, MukhammadAziz Umurzokov and Ella Cook, are being honored through tributes by the campus community. University President Christina Paxson expressed sorrow, stating, Both were brilliant and beloved — as members of our campus community, but even more by their friends and families. Our hearts continue to be with them in their profound sorrow.MukhammadAziz Umurzokov, an 18-year-old freshman majoring in biochemistry and neuroscience, was dedicated to pursuing a career in medicine inspired by his own medical experiences as a child. Described by his sister as someone who wanted to help recent immigrants adapt to the US culture, he was known for his academic drive and compassion.Ella Cook, 19, from Mountain Brook, Alabama, was a talented pianist and sophomore majoring in French, math, and economics. She served as vice president of the college Republicans and was recognized for her uplifting spirit and dedication to educating others.As plans are made for an interfaith prayer service and other commemorative events, the community reflects on the wounds of this violence. The mayor of Providence has reported that of the nine wounded students, only one has been released from the hospital, while another is in critical condition. Overall, the university and the surrounding area seek healing and understanding in the wake of this tragic loss.
