The State Police of Latvia have initiated a criminal investigation into the unexpected death of a student at the Riga Technical University (RTU) dormitory. According to a statement from RTU on their Facebook platform, the student's death was confirmed unexpectedly on Saturday. Law enforcement officials discovered the body of the deceased while investigating the dormitory premises, prompting the initiation of a criminal process to clarify the circumstances surrounding the incident.

In their response, the Public Relations Department of the State Police confirmed the commencement of this investigation and indicated that they are actively seeking to understand the conditions leading to the student's death. RTU's administration is collaborating with the relevant authorities to ensure a thorough investigation and to provide necessary support to the student's family during this difficult time. The university has also expressed profound condolences on behalf of the RTU community to the family, friends, and fellow students of the deceased.

RTU has urged respect for the family's privacy and asked everyone to avoid spreading speculation during this time of mourning. The tragic situation underlines the need for sensitivity around personal loss, particularly in academic environments where peers and educators are profoundly affected by student tragedies.