A junior was pronounced dead Friday morning at a local hospital, D.C. police have told the University.

The male student, who was studying in the GW School of Business, was found in an off-campus apartment, according to a statement from GW. His family has been notified, and the University has not released his name.

The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the case. An MPD spokesman could not immediately provide more information Saturday morning.

The University’s Division of Student Affairs is “reaching out directly to those students most affected by this devastating loss to offer support,” according to the statement. Members of the community can contact the University Counseling Center at 202-994-5300.