Students find woman’s body near school grounds in Ohio

AKRON, Ohio (WOIO/Gray News) - Students at an Ohio middle school found a woman’s body near the school grounds early Thursday morning, officials said.

Students at Hyre Community Learning Center, an Akron public school, immediately told their school resource officer, and Akron police are investigating.

Police said foul play is not suspected in the victim’s death and her name is not being released at this time.

School officials said they will have counselors available for any students needing to talk to someone.

Police are also enhancing security measures in the vicinity of the school.

“Our thoughts are with the affected individual’s family during this difficult time, and we will continue to offer support to our students as they process this unexpected event,” said school officials in a letter sent to parents.

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