Police investigating after Texas A&M student dies from third-floor balcony fall

Police at Texas A&M University are investigating after a student died on campus over the weekend.

Officials identified the student as Britney Romero, a freshman majoring in health. According to the university's police department, Romero appears to have died on the College Station, Texas campus Saturday morning after falling from a third-floor balcony at Dunn Hall.

In a statement, Texas A&M Vice President for Student Affairs Joe E. Ramirez Jr. confirmed Romero's death and offered his condolences.

"Our hearts ache for Britney’s family and friends," Ramirez said in the statement. "They have our deepest sympathies and support as they navigate this devastating loss."

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Ramirez said the Justice of the Peace has ordered an autopsy, and the university intends to "conduct a thorough and comprehensive review of what happened immediately."

Ramirez did not offer any additional details on the investigation.