MIT Professor Shot in Brookline: Nuno Loureiro Identified as Victim
Nuno F.G. Loureiro, 47, was found late Monday night at his residence on Gibbs Street with gunshot wounds, as per a ABC News report. He was rushed to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead Tuesday morning, according to the Norfolk District Attorney’s Office.
Investigation Into MIT Professor Shot Remains Ongoing
The prosecutor’s office gave only limited information about what it called “an active and ongoing homicide investigation, as reported by AP.
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Who Was Nuno Loureiro
Loureiro, who was a native of Portugal, held several prominent roles at MIT. He was a professor in the departments of Nuclear Science and Engineering and Physics, and also served as director of the university’s Plasma Science and Fusion Center.
MIT Community Mourns Loss of Nuno Loureiro
In a statement, MIT expressed deep sorrow over his death, saying, “Our deepest sympathies are with his family, students, colleagues, and all those who are grieving,” adding, “Focused outreach and conversations are taking place within our community to offer care and support for those who knew Prof. Loureiro, and a message will be shared with our wider community,” as quoted by ABC News.
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Investigation Into MIT Professor Shot Remains Ongoing
Authorities have examined whether Loureiro’s killing could be connected to a separate shooting incident at Brown University over the weekend. However, a senior law enforcement official briefed on both cases told ABC News that there is currently nothing to suggest the two incidents are linked, as per the ABC News report.
US Ambassador to Portugal Pays Tribute to MIT Professor Nuno Loureiro
US Ambassador to Portugal John J. Arrigo said in a statement that, “I extend my deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Nuno Loureiro, who led MIT’s Plasma Science and Fusion Center. We honor his life, his leadership in science, and his enduring contributions,” as quoted by ABC News.
FAQs
What roles did Nuno Loureiro hold at MIT?
He was a professor in Nuclear Science and Engineering and Physics, and director of the Plasma Science and Fusion Center.
Is there a suspect in custody?
Authorities have not announced any suspect in custody at this time.