It is a profoundly tragic and sorrowful circumstance as the 19-year-old son of former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki has been tragically discovered deceased inside his dormitory at UC Berkeley. The family is grappling with the devastating loss, suspecting that a drug overdose may have been the cause of his untimely passing.
Marco Troper, a freshman at UC Berkeley and a dedicated mathematics major, was found unresponsive in the Clark Kerr student complex on Tuesday afternoon, according to authorities. Esther Wojcicki, Marco’s grandmother, expressed her deep sorrow and anguish, suggesting that he may have succumbed to a drug overdose after confirming his identity and tragic demise.
Esther told SFGATE : ‘He ingested a drug, and we don’t know what was in it,’ she said. ‘One thing we do know, it was a drug. UC Berkeley spokesperson Janet Gilmore emphasized that while there were no apparent signs of foul play, the exact cause of Troper’s death, whether resulting from a drug overdose or otherwise, remained unconfirmed.
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The young woman was declared deceased at the scene. The Metropolitan Police has initiated a murder investigation, with no arrests made thus far. Detectives are actively probing the circumstances, and a cordon remains in place outside the accommodation.
Chief Inspector Adam Instone addressed reporters at Islington Police Station, stating, “The Metropolitan Police has commenced a murder investigation following the tragic death of a young woman in Clerkenwell.” Police responded to a call at Arbour House on Sebastian Street around 5:10 am on Saturday morning. Despite the efforts of law enforcement and ambulance personnel, a 19-year-old woman was unfortunately pronounced dead at the scene.
“We are working to ensure the woman’s family are informed of this tragic news and will be provided with support by the Met during these incredibly difficult times ahead,” added Instone. Arbour House serves as student accommodation, and Instone acknowledged the profound sorrow and concern within the local community and student body.
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