University student 'critical' after falling from sixth-floor window at Swansea halls of residence

A university student is critical in hospital after falling from a sixth-floor window at a halls of residence. The incident took place at the Penmaen living quarters of Swansea University's Singleton campus in the early hours of Sunday, April 14.

The casualty, a 19-year-old man, was taken to hospital where South Wales Police said he remained in a critical but stable condition. Officers said their inquiries into the incident were ongoing.

A spokesman for South Wales Police said: "Officers attended Swansea University, Singleton Campus, in the early hours of Sunday, April 14, following reports of a man having fallen from a sixth-floor window. A 19-year-old man was conveyed to hospital, where he remains in a critical but stable condition. His family has been informed and are being supported by specialist officers. Enquiries are ongoing." For the latest Swansea news, sign up to our newsletter here.

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A spokeswoman for Swansea University added: “There is an ongoing police investigation following an incident on our Singleton campus. We are assisting the police and it would not be appropriate to say anything further at this time.” Join our WhatsApp news community here for the latest breaking news.