A man has been arrested over the death of a student in her accommodation in Lancashire.
Carla Georgescu, 19, was found dead at her accommodation in Victoria Street, Preston, on Thursday afternoon, Lancashire Constabulary said.
Officers attended the address after reports of a “sudden death”, which is being treated as suspicious.
Ms Georgescu was in her second year at the university studying clinical psychology at the University of Lancashire.
A 34-year-old man from Hartlepool, who was known to Ms Georgescu, has been arrested and remains in custody.
The force said they are not looking for anyone else in connection with the investigation.
A spokesman said: “We know that news of this young woman’s death and the police activity will be concerning to many, but we want to tell you that we have a team of detectives and uniformed officers working hard to try and establish the circumstances.”
Members of the public with concerns or information have been asked to contact police on 101 quoting log 0560.
Officers were called to Ribble Hall in Preston
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A University of Lancashire spokesman said staff and students were “deeply saddened by the tragic loss.”
Their statement read: “The wellbeing and safety of our students and staff is our priority.
“Support is being offered to anyone within our university community who is affected by this devastating incident.
“Our thoughts are very much with loved ones, friends and all those who knew our student at this incredibly distressing time.”
Lancashire Constabulary has confirmed they have made an arrest
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A spokesman from the force said: “As part of our ongoing enquiries, we have made an arrest and that person is currently in custody.
“They are a 34-year-old man from Hartlepool, and they were known to the deceased.
“We are not currently looking for anyone else in connection with the investigation.
“We have also been out and about in the streets around the university carrying out house-to-house and CCTV enquiries in the area and conducting some searches, including the use of police dogs and our drone.”