Foul play suspected in UGA campus death, classes canceled

with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the Athens-Clarke County Police Department.

Police say there have been no arrests and no suspects.

“Well, when you have a suspect on the loose, there’s always a danger,” said UGA Police Chief Jeffrey L. Clark, during a press conference at 7 p.m. on Thursday. “But there is no immediate danger at this time.”

The cause and manner of death is yet to be determined.

Chief Clark said his investgiators will be reviewing all security cameras on campus in hopes of finding any clues.

“We’re not going to leave any rock upturned,” the chief said, adding that is why he brought in addition resources.

Police are urging everyone to avoid the area.

What we know about Lake Herrick area where body was found

Lake Herrick is located very close to the Intramural Fields off College Station Road and East Campus Road. 

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation and Athens-Clarke County Police Department have been called in to help with the investigation. UGA is asking people to avoid the area while the scene is active. 

“The past 24 hours have been a traumatic time for our University. Our student body is grieving the sudden death of one our students in Brumby Hall last night. And as we continue to mourn that tragic loss of life, today’s devastating news will uniquely test the resolve of our campus community, particularly our students,” the university wrote in a statement.