U.S. Senator Katie Britt Releases Statement Following Brown University Shooting

December 15, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) released the following statement after a shooting over the weekend on Brown University’s campus injured at least nine students and cost two lives, including Ella Cook of Mountain Brook, Ala.

“Wesley and I join the Mountain Brook community and all of Alabama in mourning the heartbreaking loss of one of our own, Ella Cook, who was senselessly killed over the weekend on Brown University’s campus.

“There are no words that can ease the pain Ella’s family and friends are enduring right now. Her beautiful life was taken far too soon, but those who loved her are comforted in knowing that she has joined our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, for all of eternity.

“During this unimaginable time, I am deeply grateful to the local, state, and federal law enforcement officials who continue to work to ensure justice is served.

“Our hearts are breaking for the Cook family. Please keep Ella’s loved ones and community in your prayers.”

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