Police Investigate Suspicious Death of Woman on UGA Campus

Authorities are currently looking into the suspicious death of a woman on the University of Georgia campus following her failure to return from a morning run at the intramural fields, as confirmed by UGA police on Thursday afternoon. A concerned individual reported the situation to the UGA police, leading them to discover the woman’s body with visible injuries in a forested area behind Lake Herrick.

The UGA institution assured students of their top priority being the safety and well-being of the campus community, noting that foul play is suspected. Despite attempts to provide emergency assistance, the woman was declared deceased at the scene.

In a press conference later that night, UGA Police Chief Jeffery Clark disclosed that the deceased woman was not a UGA student but attended another educational institution, refraining from specifying which school she was affiliated with. Clark urged the public to steer clear of the area during the ongoing police investigations.

No suspect has been identified at this time, although authorities affirm an active investigation is underway. Clark emphasized that there is no immediate danger, and the case is being rigorously pursued by his team around the clock.

As a precaution, all classes on the Athens campus have been canceled until Monday, illustrating the somber atmosphere at UGA after a separate tragic incident where a student passed away at Brumby Hall the night before. Clark highlighted during the press conference that the two incidents are unrelated.

The UGA community has been advised to refrain from accessing the area of investigation, allowing UGA police, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, and the Athens-Clarke County Police Department the space to conduct their inquiries. Anyone possessing information pertinent to the incident is encouraged to reach out to the UGA Police Department at (706) 542-2200.

In times of distress, the University of Georgia extends its 24/7 counseling services to support all students, who can access assistance by calling 706-542-2273. The ongoing developments in this case signify a challenging period for both UGA and the broader community as details continue to unfold. Stay updated with Atlanta News First for further reports and insights.