USC student dies in Founders Apartments


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A USC student was found dead in Founders Apartments, located on the corner of Portland Street and West Adams Boulevard Monday.

The Los Angeles Fire Department initially responded  at 2:45 p.m. to the report of a non-responsive person, later declared dead at the scene.

According to Captain Andy Neiman, commanding officer of Los Angeles Police Department Media Relations, there was no evidence of struggle or foul play.

The deceased has been confirmed as a student from out of state, but age and gender have not been confirmed. Neiman could not confirm who initially found the body.

Authorities are in the process of contacting the deceased’s family. Affected students will be provided with access to mental health care and will also be able to temporarily relocate to other housing locations.

The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner, has yet to determine the cause of death.