📍 Location: Perry-Castañeda Library (PCL), University of Texas at Austin
📅 Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025
🕒 Time of Call: 5:16 p.m.
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🚨 What Happened
On Saturday evening, a tragic incident occurred at UT Austin when an individual was found unresponsive inside a secluded area of the Perry-Castañeda Library. Despite emergency medical efforts, the individual was pronounced dead at the scene.
University officials have since confirmed the person was not affiliated with UT Austin. The cause of death remains under investigation, and the person’s identity is being withheld pending family notification.
🚔 Official Response
- UT Police and EMS responded immediately to the scene.
- Authorities have stated there is no threat to students or the campus community.
- The library remained open to the public, as the area involved was isolated and posed no operational disruption.
- The investigation is being led by UT Police, in coordination with local authorities.
💬 Campus Reaction
The news has led to a wave of concern and reflection among UT Austin students and faculty, many of whom frequent the PCL for study and research. The university has emphasized that counseling and support services are available through the Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC).
🧠 Mental Health Support
If you or someone you know is affected by this incident, please consider these resources:
- CMHC (UT Austin Counseling Center): cmhc.utexas.edu
- 24/7 Crisis Line: (512) 471-2255
- National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988
🔍 Ongoing Updates
More information will be provided as the investigation continues. In the meantime, UT Austin officials ask for privacy and respect for those impacted.