Durham Academy Alumna Injured in Brown University Mass Shooting
In a tragic incident at Brown University on Saturday night, Kendall Turner, a Durham Academy alumna, was among nine individuals injured. The mass shooting occurred in Providence, Rhode Island, leading to the loss of two lives and the apprehension of a person of interest early Sunday morning.
Details of the Incident
Turner, a member of the Durham Academy Class of 2025, was reported injured in the shooting. The Head of School, Michael Ulku-Steiner, communicated the news to the Durham Academy community via email. He stated that Turner underwent surgery and is currently in critical but stable condition. Her parents arrived in Providence shortly after the incident.
Current Status of the Victims
- Two fatalities confirmed.
- Nine people injured, including Turner.
- One individual has been discharged from the hospital.
- Seven others are reported to be in stable condition.
Providence Mayor Brett Smiley provided updates on the health status of those injured. In his address, he emphasized the need for community support.
Support for the Turner Family
The email from Ulku-Steiner encouraged the community to send prayers and support to Kendall and her family, which includes her sister, Kennedy, who graduated in 2023. Ulku-Steiner promised to share more information on how the community could assist the Turner family as it becomes available.
Kendall Turner’s Journey
Kendall Turner’s academic history at Durham Academy includes attendance from pre-kindergarten through part of her junior year. After transferring to the North Carolina School of Science and Math, she returned to Durham Academy to complete her junior and senior years, graduating in May 2025.
Other Students Safe
Despite the chaos, seven other Durham Academy alumni currently enrolled at Brown University have been confirmed safe and unharmed.
This incident has deeply impacted the Durham Academy community, which rallies in support of the Turner family during this challenging time.
