In recent news, Peyton Hall died in an accident. He was a freshman at Utah Tech. Reports claim that he fell from a fifth-story apartment balcony on campus. The officials have started their investigation into the case following the news surfaced online. People who knew and loved Hall are saddened to learn about his sudden demise. Tributes are pouring in for the boy on social media. Here, find out what happened to him and how did he die. Check all the details regarding the matter in the article below.
How Did Peyton Hall Die?
According to reports, Peyton Hall died after falling from the fifth floor of CampusView Suites II. The terrifying incident at around 2:30 AM. Believing the sources, Peyton Hall was with some of his friends and roommates when the incident happened. It is no doubt to say that the incident shook everyone. Taking the matter into consideration, they did not waste any time and dialed 911. Before the medical team or officials reached, the boy had passed away. Later, Utah Tech Police Department showed up at the scene. After their arrival, medical first responders and St. George Police Department officers arrived at the scene.
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Utah Tech Freshman Died After Falling From Balcony
Interim Police Chief Ron Bridge said that the 18-year-old Peyton Hall was staying at Campus View Suites II with his roommates and friends when he, unfortunately, fell 55 feet from the fifth-floor balcony.
The Police Chief further said that the dorm remains busy every day so when he fell, others present in the class heard and witnessed it too. It is reported that the teen boy fell into the courtyard in the middle of what is called a “horse-shoe-shaped building”. Explaining the matter further, Bridge said that one of Utah Tech Police Department officers was on the south side when the student fell from the building.
Referring to Peyton’s death as a “tragic accident”, Bridge said that he did not think there were any other contributing factors. He went on to extend his deepest condolences to the young boy’s family as he said that they are so very sorry for their loss and obviously to the friends and the family and the impacted students there on campus. According to the university, Peyton was an involved and loved student. His sudden yet tragic death has devastated all his loved ones and well-wishers. Let us tell our readers that Hall’s family is being contacted by Utah Tech. Follow Social Telecast for more such updates.