An Arkansas Tech University student was flown to a Little Rock medical facility Monday afternoon after falling from the third floor of Ross Pendergraft Library and Technology Center on the Russellville campus.
The incident happened around 12:35 p.m. Nov. 9 on the bell tower side of the library.
According to information released by Russellville Mayor Fred Teague, firefighters arrived to find a male patient who needed medical attention. Witnesses told emergency crews the man had fallen from a balcony.
Because of the nature of his injuries, emergency crews requested an air ambulance. Survival Flight 7 responded, landing near the library before transporting the student to Little Rock for further treatment.
The Russellville Fire Department said it had no additional information about the student’s condition.
Arkansas Tech University confirmed the student was injured in the fall and said there is no indication of foul play or any known danger on campus.
The circumstances surrounding the fall remain under investigation.
University officials are asking people to avoid Ross Pendergraft Library and Technology Center until further notice.
ATU also reminded students, faculty and staff that counseling services are available through the ATU Counseling Center in the Doc Bryan Student Services Center for anyone affected by the incident.
