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preCharge News MASSACHUSETTS — An active shooter was reported near Brown University’s campus in Rhode Island, the university said Saturday. One suspect is in custody, officials said.

The university’s alert told students to lock doors, silence phones and stay hidden until further notice.

“There is currently heavy Providence Police and Fire presence on Hope Street near Brown University,” the Providence Police Department said in a social media post. “Please exercise caution and avoid this area until further notice.”

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Associated Press, CNBC News, Fox News, and preCharge News contributed to this report.