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Tragic Death of University of Illinois Student

URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — A death investigation is underway at the University of Illinois after the body of a student was discovered on campus early Saturday morning.

The student has been identified as Akul B. Dhawan, an 18-year-old attending the university. Both the Champaign County Coroner’s Office and University Police officials have stated that there is no suspicion of foul play at this time, and the death is believed to have been an accident.

The police were alerted to Dhawan’s disappearance by his roommate, who reported him missing at 1:23 a.m. on Saturday. According to the roommate, Dhawan had been absent for approximately an hour, and all attempts to contact him had failed.

Law enforcement officers immediately initiated a search operation in the vicinity where Dhawan was last seen, including his residence hall, the main Quad, and campus streets. Additionally, local hospitals were contacted, and Dhawan’s phone was called repeatedly, but unfortunately, no further information regarding his whereabouts could be obtained.

Tragically, Dhawan’s lifeless body was discovered at 11:08 a.m. by a university employee on the back porch of a building. The University of Illinois Police Department is currently conducting a thorough investigation, and officials have stated that the “accidental” classification of Dhawan’s death may change as new evidence and information are collected.

This unfortunate incident has sent shockwaves through the University of Illinois community, as students and faculty mourn the loss of a promising young student. The university is offering counseling services and support to those affected by this tragedy.

The University of Illinois is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of its students, and it is working closely with law enforcement agencies to determine the circumstances surrounding Dhawan’s untimely demise. The university’s priority is to provide a secure environment for its students to thrive academically and personally.

As the investigation continues, the University of Illinois and its police department urge anyone with information that may assist in the case to come forward and contact the authorities. The cooperation and assistance of the community are crucial in shedding light on this devastating incident and ensuring justice for Akul B. Dhawan.

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