Body found in creek on University of Texas campus


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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A woman's body has been found in a creek on the campus of University of Texas in Austin in what authorities describe as a possible homicide.

UT President Greg Fenves says the body was discovered Tuesday in Waller Creek behind the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Fenves didn't release the name of the victim.

No cause of death was immediately released.

Fenves says UT officials are working with Austin police to identify possible suspects. Fenves also did not say whether the victim was believed to be a student.

The UT president says everything is being done to ensure safety on campus and that all classes and events remain on schedule.

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