Zohran Mamdani calls to end 'epidemic of gun violence' in US after Brown University shooting

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: The recent shooting at Brown University, inside a first-floor classroom, has sent shockwaves, leaving students feeling deeply vulnerable. The nation is reeling under fear as incidents of mass shootings continue to occur.

President Donald Trump confirmed the casualty figures, providing clarity on the number of dead and injured. Meanwhile, New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani spoke out, expressing heartfelt sympathy for the victims’ families. 

He emphasized that “the epidemic of gun violence stretches across America” and described the attack as “senseless.” Mamdani also said that the fear people feel every day can be reduced if communities work together to fight crime and violence.

Zohran Mamdani speaks out on gun violence after Brown University tragedy

Zohran Mamdani took to X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, December 13, to address the tragedy. He wrote, "Two people were killed this evening at Brown University by a gunman who remains at large. Eight others are injured, fighting for their lives in a nearby hospital."

"This senseless violence - once considered unfathomable - has become nauseatingly normal to all of us across our nation. Tonight, on the eve of the anniversary of the Sandy Hook shooting, we find ourselves in mourning once again," the 34-year-old added. 

He went on to say, "The epidemic of gun violence stretches across America. We reckon with it when we step into our houses of worship and out onto our streets, when we drop our children off at kindergarten and when we fear if those children, now grown, will be safe on campus." 

"But unlike so many other epidemics, we possess the cure. We have the power to eradicate this suffering from our lives if we so choose," Mamdani insisted. 

Mamdani expressed his heartfelt sympathy, writing, "I send my deepest condolences to the families of the victims, and to the Brown and Providence communities, who are wrestling with a grief that will feel familiar to far too many others."

He concluded with a call to action, "May we never allow ourselves to grow numb to this pain, and let us rededicate ourselves to the enduring work of ending the scourge of gun violence in our nation."

Police provide updates on Brown University shooting

The police chief addressed questions about whether the shooting could be te**or-related, stating, “We don’t know yet.” Investigators are also unclear if the gunman had any accomplices.

Authorities have confirmed that the incident occurred in a first-floor classroom.

The weapon used in the attack has not yet been recovered. According to BBC News, the number of people in critical condition has risen to nine, up from eight.

Providence Mayor Brett Smiley acknowledged the community’s fear and anxiety. He reminded residents that the shelter-in-place order is still in place while the investigation continues.