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WATCH: How Babcock Student Survives Suicide Attempt after Roommate’s Intervention

A Babcock student rescued by his roommates is alive and receiving treatment, the university has confirmed, dismissing reports that he died.

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  • A Babcock student rescued by his roommates is alive and receiving treatment, the university has confirmed, dismissing reports that he died.
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Babcock University has confirmed that a student rescued by his roommates during an incident at a university hostel is alive and receiving medical attention at its teaching hospital.

The clarification followed the circulation of videos on Monday, November 9, 2026, showing fellow students intervening to prevent him from falling from a hostel window.

In an official statement, the university dismissed reports that the student had died and said both he and one of his rescuers sustained injuries.

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The two were taken for medical attention immediately after the incident. The rescuer has since been treated and discharged, while the student remains under medical care.

Parents on campus to support student

The university said it had contacted the student’s parents and that they were on campus to support him during treatment.

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It also commended his roommates for acting promptly, saying their intervention prevented a potentially tragic outcome.

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Beyond medical care, the institution pledged to provide the student with support and guidance to aid his recovery.

University begins investigation

Babcock said it had commenced an investigation into the immediate and underlying circumstances surrounding the incident.

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The institution said the findings would help it identify measures to prevent a recurrence.

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The university also appealed to the public to discuss the incident sensitively and respect the student and his family.

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