Student, 20, found dead at Coventry University halls of residence
A STUDENT has been found dead in Coventry University halls of residence.
The body of the 20-year-old man was discovered on Friday, with the university confirming he was studying there.
Emergency services were called to the Bishop Gate student housing, with the man tragically pronounced dead.
It is not known how he died, but police confirmed it is not being treated as suspicious.
The young man's death has been referred to a coroner.
A Coventry University spokesperson : “We are saddened by the death of one of our students.
"Our thoughts are with their family and friends at this awful time and we are offering all the support we can to the family.
“We have a full range of mental health support services available for students and colleagues affected by this tragic news.
"We ask that the family’s privacy be respected.”
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