Ian Tuttle : “Son of Ex-YouTube CEO Found Dead in Dorm”

The tragic death of 19-year-old Marco Troper, a student at UC Berkeley’s Clark Kerr Campus, has left his family and the community in shock. Marco, the son of former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki, was discovered lifeless on Tuesday, prompting an outpouring of grief and sadness.

According to Marco’s grandmother, Esther Wojcicki, it is believed that he may have ingested a fatal drug that led to his untimely demise. The family is anxiously awaiting the results of a toxicology report to shed light on the exact cause of his death. Esther Wojcicki expressed a strong desire to prevent similar tragedies from befalling other families.

Janet Gilmore, a spokesperson for UC Berkeley, confirmed the details surrounding Marco’s passing, noting that despite the swift response of emergency services, including the Berkeley Fire Department and UC Berkeley police officers, he could not be revived.

Described as a “math genius” by his grandmother, Marco had aspirations of majoring in mathematics. Esther Wojcicki fondly remembered him as a beloved son and grandson who was destined for greatness, making his loss all the more devastating.

Notably, Marco’s aunt is Anne Wojcicki, the founder and CEO of 23andMe. He is survived by his father, Dennis Troper, four siblings, and a network of grieving relatives and friends.

This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the devastating impact of substance abuse. The community mourns the loss of a promising young talent, whose potential was cut short far too soon.

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