‘Unattended Death:’ OU freshman found dead inside dorm

The Ohio University Police Department is investigating the death of a student found inside of a dorm room on September 14.

According to OUPD, police responded to a report of an unattended death at McDavis Hall in the South Green area of campus around 4:30 p.m. The student, identified as freshman Mason Bohm, was pronounced dead at the scene, but no other details regarding the cause were released at this time. 

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On September 15, Ohio University released a statement to the community stating that Bohm was a freshman in the Russ College of Engineering and Technology. The statement included links to mental health resources and assured students that OUPD believes the tragedy does not threaten campus safety.

As OUPD continues to investigate the death, they ask if anyone who has had recent contact with Bohm to call 740-593-1911 or email police@ohio.edu.

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