Local News

Blackburn Student Found Dead

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 09:43:03 CST
An autopsy will be conducted today on the body of a Blackburn College student who was found dead Saturday afternoon.

According to Macoupin County Coroner, Brad Targhetta, 24 year old Joshua Ramza of Romeoville, Illinois was found dead Saturday in his residence hall room on the campus. Chief Deputy Coroner, Anthony Kravanya pronounced Ramza dead at 3;20pm.

The Coroners office and Carlinville Police are investigating the death.

Blackburn College has announced that counseling services are being offered to Blackburn students concerning the death.