Who is Mustapha Kharbouch? Brown University student linked with mass shooting after profile removed amid suspect search

The investigation into the deadly shooting at Brown University continues as authorities continue to search for answers. The incident occurred in Providence, Rhode Island, on Saturday, December 13, and left two Brown University students dead and nine others injured. As the case enters its fourth day, law enforcement has yet to publicly identify a suspect, fueling growing concern and speculation.

Limited Information From Authorities

The Providence Police Department, working with the FBI, confirmed that the investigation is active but complex. Authorities have released few details about the suspect, sparking frustration among community members and online observers. Providence Police Chief Oscar Perez acknowledged the challenges facing investigators and continues to urge anyone with information to come forward.

The lack of official updates has led many to turn to social media for answers, where unsubstantiated claims spread quickly.

Who is Mustafa Kharbouch?

One of the names that attracts great attention on the internet is Mustapha Kharbouch. Despite widespread discussion on social media, Kharbouch has not been identified by law enforcement as a suspect or suspect in the shooting. Authorities have made no public statement linking him to the incident.

Speculation about Kharbouch began after his student profile was removed from Brown University’s online directory. The profile previously described him as a freshman studying International Relations and Anthropology with an academic focus on the Middle East. The page now redirects online users to a “Page Not Found” message, leading them to draw unconfirmed conclusions about a possible connection to the case.

Removing the University Addresses Profile

At a news conference Tuesday, Brown University President Christina Paxson was questioned about reports that student web pages had been taken down. Paxson stated that the university fully cooperated with law enforcement and provided all internal information necessary for the investigation. He also said he was not aware of any web pages being removed in connection with the attack.

The university did not explain why Kharbouch’s profile was removed, and no credible reports linked the action to the ongoing investigation.

FBI Update and Reward Announcement

As the search continues, the FBI released new surveillance footage and video footage of a possible suspect on Monday. It was announced that a reward of 50 thousand dollars will be given to anyone who provides information that will lead to the arrest and conviction of the suspect. A 24-year-old man was previously detained as a suspect but was later released without any charges.

Authorities emphasized that the investigation is ongoing and that they are careful about the spread of unverified information, emphasizing that speculation could hinder efforts to achieve justice after the tragic attack at Brown University.