Purdue University: Student found dead in residence hall, roommate in police custody

Purdue University police are investigating the homicide of a student at a residence hall overnight. A university spokesperson said a 911 call came into the Purdue University Police Department at 12:44 a.m. Wednesday morning from McCutcheon Hall.

A suspect, the roommate of the victim, made the call and is in custody. There is no threat to the community, the university spokesperson said.

Mitch Daniels wrote the fellows of Purdue University


Mitchell E. Daniels is the president of Purdue University. He wrote, "Dear members of our Purdue community, I write to let you know that early this morning, one of our students was killed in his residence hall room. The suspect called the police to report the incident and is in custody."

This is as tragic an event as we can imagine happening on our campus and our hearts and thoughts go out to all of those affected by this terrible event, he wrote.

"We do not have all the details yet. Our Purdue University Police Department is conducting a thorough investigation of this incident so that we all may learn more about what transpired. As is always the case, staff from our Office of the Dean of Students, our Residence Halls, and clinicians at Purdue’s Counseling and Psychological Services are providing support and are available to anyone who needs or wants their care," Mitch Daniels wrote.
FAQ
Q1. Who is Mitch Daniels?
Mitch Daniels is the president of Purdue University.

Q2. What is the name and age of the Victim?
The victim's name was Varun Manish Chedda aged 20.