A death investigation is underway at the University of Virginia after a student was found deceased in a campus residence hall Friday morning.
According to the University of Virginia Police Department, officers were called at around 11 a.m. to a dormitory following a report of an unresponsive individual. Emergency responders arrived and confirmed the student had died at the scene.
Law enforcement has stated that the case is being investigated as a suicide. The name of the student has not been released pending family notification.
The tragedy has sent shockwaves through the UVA community, with students, staff, and alumni expressing grief. The Charlottesville community and members of the Virginia Cavaliers football program are also mourning the loss.
In a statement, the university said:
“We are heartbroken by the loss of one of our own. Our thoughts are with the student’s family, friends, and all who knew them. We encourage anyone struggling to reach out for support and to lean on the resources available here at UVA.”
Crisis counselors have been made available to students across campus, and the university is urging anyone in distress to seek help.
Support Resources
Students can access counseling services through UVA’s Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at (434) 243-5150. Nationally, anyone experiencing thoughts of suicide can dial 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, for immediate help.
The University of Virginia Police Department confirmed the investigation remains active, but emphasized that there is no ongoing threat to campus safety.
