A shooting incident at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, has left two students dead and nine others injured. The attack occurred on December 13 during a final exam review in a lecture hall at the university’s Barus and Holley building. Montreal Canadiens coach Martin St. Louis has a personal connection to the tragedy, as his 22-year-old son Ryan is a senior and member of the Brown men’s hockey team.
Ryan was on campus during the shooting and sheltered in place. Following the Montreal Canadiens’ 4-1 win over the Edmonton Oilers on Sunday, Martin St. Louis addressed the tragedy, expressing his thoughts and prayers to those affected. “He was sheltering during last night’s game. It’s a tragedy. It hits home. I want to send my thoughts and prayers to everybody involved – the students, their families, that community,” St. Louis said.
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, with authorities continuing to search for the suspect after releasing a previously detained person of interest. Ryan was not among the victims and is safe at home with his family.
In a separate development, the Montreal Canadiens secured a dominant win over the Edmonton Oilers on Sunday, improving their record to 17-11-4 and sliding into third place in the Atlantic Division standings. The team’s next match is against the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday at Centre Bell Arena, with the puck dropping at 7:30 p.m. ET.
The shooting incident at Brown University has sent shockwaves through the community, and the university is likely to increase security measures to prevent such incidents in the future. The incident serves as a reminder of the need for vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement and educational institutions to ensure the safety of students and staff.
As the investigation continues, the community comes together to support the families of the victims and those affected by the tragedy. The Montreal Canadiens’ win over the Edmonton Oilers serves as a brief respite from the somber news, but the team and its coach remain focused on the well-being of their loved ones and the community at large.
