A cadet at Massachusetts Maritime Academy was found dead in her room on Wednesday morning, Boston25 News reported.
Authorities have already launched an investigation.
According to Cape and Islands District Attorney Rob Galibois, a 22-year-old woman was found dead in her dorm room at the public university in Buzzards Bay shortly before 10 a.m.
Based on the preliminary investigation, there are no signs of foul play and no threat to public safety.
DA Galibois is expected to release more information regarding the incident.
Academy President McDonald issued a statement following the incident.
“It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that I can confirm a cadet has passed away in our dorms. Until further details are available, we request that the privacy of the family be respected during this difficult time,” said Academy President Rear Admiral Francis X. McDonald.
This is the 4th Student to either die in class or be found dead in the past weeks.
Note: That is the 4th Student to either die in class or to be found dead in the past week.
– Cornell Freshman FOUND DEAD
– Marquette University Student FOUND DEAD
– Louisiana H.S. Sophomore DEAD After CARDIAC ARREST in Classroom
– Massachusetts Maritime Academy Cadet FOUND DEAD— Dr. James E. Olsson (@DrJamesOlsson) April 21, 2023
