What happened at UConn Campus? Parking garage incident explored in wake of student's untimely death

A student of UConn, who was pursuing graduation at the institute, has reportedly died following a fall to the pavement from the campus garage. The student was immediately taken to the Windham Hospital, but was later pronounced dead, as per The Wilton Bulletin.

The news was also confirmed by the institute's officials and an investigation has been launched by the University of Connecticut police department. The student's identity has not been disclosed and no foul play has been detected so far.

The University has not issued any statement on its official website or social media page. Further updates on the police investigation and the student's cause of death are currently awaited.

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UConn student dies after falling from South Parking Garage

The UConn student's death was reported on March 7, 2024, at 9:30 am. The incident happened inside the South Parking Garage, which remains open for the entire day. The police and the fire department were immediately called to the spot.

The parking space was additionally closed for some time after the police started investigating. The garage has around 1,500 spaces but parking is allowed only for those who have a valid permit. It is accessible for the entire week.

The UConn Police Department said in a statement that the Office of the State Medical Examiner will now work on finding the cause of death. The statement continued:

"The University extends its deepest condolences to his family and friends, and is providing support and resources to other students with whom he was connected."

While the cops continued their investigation, they announced after 30 minutes that there was no danger inside the campus. On the other hand, the New York Daily News stated that the student reportedly suffered severe injuries while he was taken to the hospital. Detailed information on the circumstances leading to the student's death is yet to be disclosed.

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Another UConn student was hospitalized following an accident in January this year

Back in January 2024, a student of UConn suffered multiple injuries after a car hit him at the North Eagleville Road. CT Insider states that the victim's identity was not disclosed, but the driver was identified as Omar Majdoub, who was arrested and accused of assault and driving under the influence.

The University Police Department said that they discovered the student lying near Majdoub's car when they arrived at the spot. The student was immediately taken to the Hartford Hospital through air transport. The hospital later reported that the student was slowly recovering from the injuries.

In another instance in August last year, an unidentified individual was hit by a vehicle and pinned to the university building, leading to his death. While the deceased was not a student of the university, he was reportedly 16 years old and severely injured in the head and torso.

Another university student named Zaid Deje Langs-Myers was reportedly shot dead in Hartford in June last year. Zaid was 18 and police allegedly discovered some marijuana in his possession. He was accompanied by another person who was questioned by the authorities. However, no one was arrested in connection to the incident.