As the hunt for the Brown University gunman
entered its fifth day Wednesday, authorities have urged the public to review any video footage that could help identify the shooter, even as they released a new timeline and an enhanced image of a person of interest.
Col. Oscar Perez, the Providence police chief, asked the public on Tuesday to look at their camera systems in the area to see if they have footage that might help officials, saying that even a brief clip could be crucial to identifying a suspect.
“We’re looking for a moment that is shorter than someone taking a breath,” Perez said.
Police have received about 200 tips, though a lack of cameras and clear video of the gunman has continued to frustrate both authorities and the community.
Brown President Christina Paxson confirmed the campus has 1,200 cameras, yet law enforcement says none captured a clear image of the shooter inside the engineering building.
Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha defended the investigation as going “really well” and urged the public to remain patient as the search continues.
Authorities have described the person of interest seen in the video footage as male, approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall with a stocky build. The individual was wearing all black and a face covering.
The FBI said it is offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of the individual responsible.
Authorities have said anyone with information can contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324) or the Providence Police Department at 401-272-3121. The public can also visit tips.fbi.gov.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.