Police are investigating after a student at the University of Massachusetts Lowell reportedly committed suicide by jumpinf off Howe bridge Lowell. According to sources, a student was spotted jumping off the bridge on University Avenue. The circumstances surrounding the victim’s fall was not immediately known.
The loss has left the school community in shock and mourning.
The identity of the student has not been publicly released in respect to family privacy. School officials, however, expressed deep sorrow over the loss and extended condolences to the family, friends, and classmates of the student.
Our thoughts are with the student’s family and loved ones. We are providing counseling services to all students and staff who may need support during this difficult time.”
While the circumstances surrounding the death are still being investigated, mental health professionals and local authorities have emphasized the importance of mental health awareness, especially among adolescents.
This devastating loss serves as a reminder of the need for open conversations surrounding mental health, emotional well-being, and the need to offer support to those struggling. The school has urged students, staff, and families to seek help if they are experiencing emotional distress and has provided resources for anyone in need.
