A male student was found dead in City Hall Wednesday afternoon, in what Metropolitan police are classifying as a suicide.

MPD, University police and medical examiners responded to the scene after 2 p.m. and found a male student dead in his room.

There is no indication the death was the result of a criminal act, University President Steven Knapp said.

“I am deeply saddened to report that the university has been notified of the death of one of our students. The student was found in his room this afternoon at the City Hall residence hall,” Knapp said. “On behalf of the entire university community, I would like to express our sorrow and extend my condolences to the student’s family and friends.”

UPD Chief Kevin Hay said Metropolitan police are the lead investigators on the case.

The University is withholding the student’s name until arrangements can be made with the family.

Members of the community affected may contact the University Counseling Center at 202-994-5300. Counselors are in City View Room on the main floor of City Hall to speak with students.