3 Wayne State University students killed, 1 injured after crash in Midtown Detroit

Three people who were killed in a crash early Monday morning in Detroit have been identified as Wayne State University students, university officials said.

A fourth person, also a WSU student, was seriously injured in the two-vehicle crash.

"We grieve with the families, friends, faculty and classmates of those who were lost, and we send our strength to the injured student and their loved ones. The Dean of Students Office is contacting the students' families to determine their wishes moving forward," WSU President Richard Bierschbach said in a note to students. "Out of respect for the families, we are not sharing additional details at this time. We are grateful to the first responders and medical professionals caring for those affected."

Detroit police have not released the four people's names.

The crash happened about 1:33 a.m. on Monday, March 16, in the area of Temple Street and Cass Avenue, near Little Caesars Arena. Police say a vehicle crashed into a parked truck. 

The crash remains under investigation.