What weapon killed two in the Brown University shooting? What we know

Three days after the deadly mass shooting at Brown University, the search continues for the person authorities believe is responsible.

While a person of interest was previously detained on Sunday, Dec. 14, they were released after there was a lack of evidence connecting them to the shooting.

However, law enforcement released better images and video on Dec. 15 of the subject, as well as some additional information about the tragedy, like the weapon that was used.

What was the weapon used in the Brown University shooting?

The Brown University shooter targeted the university and used a 9mm firearm, Providence Police Chief Col. Oscar Perez said at a 5 p.m. press conference at the Providence Public Safety Complex on Dec. 15.

Perez said that the perpetrator fired several rounds from the small caliber weapon.

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The shots killed two and injured nine.

What is a 9mm firearm?

A 9mm firearm refers to the ammunition, and covers any weapon that uses ammunition that measures 9 millimeters in diameter. It covers mostly handguns.

According to the Springfield Armory, a firearms manufacturer, 9mm handguns are the “most popular self-defense round in the world.” They describe the gun as the “ultimate ‘do-everything’” firearm.

This article originally appeared on The Providence Journal: Brown University shooting: What we know about the weapon

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