Pullman Police Investigate Student Death At WSU Fraternity

PULLMAN, WA — Pullman Police suspect alcohol may have played a role in the death of a 19-year-old Washington State University student found unresponsive at a fraternity house Tuesday morning. Investigators were called to the Alpha Tau Omega house shortly after 8:30 a.m. Tuesday. Officers found a 19-year-old man unconscious and not breathing. Fraternity members performed CPR until medics arrived.

According to police, a preliminary investigation indicated the death was alcohol-related but the Whitman County Coroner's Office will make an official determination. The student has not been formally identified.

According to a press release sent Tuesday, the national fraternity sent representatives to the school to work with chapter members and assist investigators as needed. Counselors were available on-campus to offer students support. Anyone wishing to send condolences can contact the Dean of Students.

KXLY reported all campus fraternities and soroities have suspended social events for the rest of the semester Tuesday afternoon, in light of the student's death.