Reddit Tip Leads to Brown Shooting Suspect’s Identification
Authorities are praising a tipster, identified only as “John,” for providing crucial information that led to the identification of the Brown University shooting suspect. John posted details of his encounter with the suspect on Reddit, which caught the attention of investigators. His account, along with his observation of the suspect and a rental car, helped corroborate existing suspicions and ultimately aided in locating the suspect. Mayor Brett Smiley stated that John’s contribution was a critical turning point in the case, making him eligible for the $50,000 reward.
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