Police Clarify Misidentification of Storage Manager in Brown University Investigation
Authorities have clarified that a manager at an Extra Space Storage facility in Salem was incorrectly identified as a suspect in the Brown University shooting following widespread online speculation.
Officials emphasized that the individual’s name and image were circulated on social media without basis, leading to confusion and undue stress for the employee, their family, and the local community. Law enforcement stated the person had no verified connection to the Brown University case.
Local police in Salem worked alongside federal authorities to investigate the situation after alerts about the error spread. Officers confirmed that the manager was cleared early in the inquiry and was never considered a suspect by investigators handling the shooting case.
Representatives from the storage company issued a statement urging the public to avoid sharing unverified information and warning that misidentification can harm innocent people. They also thanked law enforcement for quickly addressing the situation.
The Brown University shooting remains under active investigation, and authorities continue to appeal to the public for verified information that may help locate the person actually responsible. Anyone with legitimate tips is asked to contact the FBI or local law enforcement rather than rely on unconfirmed social media posts.
