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Campus police investigate death of Northern Illinois University student

Police investigate after death of Northern Illinois University student
Police investigate after death of Northern Illinois University student 00:16

CHICAGO (CBS) – Campus police at Northern Illinois University are investigating the death of a student.

The student was found unconscious inside Patterson Hall on Friday.

A school spokesman said the student died shortly before 1 p.m. on Friday.

The cause is still unclear.

NIU officials said they do not suspect foul play.

Counselors from the NIU Counseling Center are available to speak with any members of the campus community who feel they need support and can be reached at 815-753-1206.

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