Southeastern Louisiana University is in mourning following the announcement of a student's death last night. University officials confirmed that the death occurred in a residence hall on the Hammond campus. According to NOLA, the University Police Department (UPD) has taken the lead in investigating the circumstances surrounding the student's death.
In a separate account provided by FOX 8 Live, officials confirmed the death without disclosing the student's identity while the investigation proceeds, school officials released scant details about the case. Amidst the unfolding events, routine campus activities have continued with apparent normality under the watchful eyes of the UPD.
Continuing coverage on the story from WWLTV included a brief but poignant statement released by the university on their official Facebook page: "Southeastern UPD is currently investigating the death of a student in a residence hall. There is no threat to campus."
Officials are withholding information as the Southeastern Louisiana University Police Department continues its investigation into the incident.
