WEST LAFAYETTE INDIANA, Authorities are investigating the death of a student at Purdue University following a suspected suicide on campus Wednesday evening.
Police responded to the Purdue Physics Building after receiving reports of a death near the facility. According to Purdue police Capt. Song Kang, officers were dispatched to the building on Northwestern Avenue and began investigating the situation.
Officials said the death is being treated as a presumed suicide. However, authorities have not yet released the identity of the individual or confirmed specific details about the circumstances surrounding the death.
Capt. Kang stated that the incident is believed to have occurred inside the building, though he declined to provide additional confirmation while the investigation remains ongoing.
“The coroner is in charge of the investigation now,” Kang said.
A spokesperson for Purdue University also confirmed that there is believed to be no threat to the campus community.
Police secured the area around the Physics Building while officials worked to determine what occurred. Additional information has not yet been released as authorities continue their investigation.
The incident has prompted concern among students and faculty as the campus community awaits further updates.
If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. In the United States, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline can be reached by calling or texting 988, providing free and confidential support 24 hours a day.
