College student dies of carbon monoxide poisoning amid blizzard
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The student was discovered unconscious inside a running vehicle.
A student at a Rhode Island university has died following the record-setting blizzard on Feb. 23, police said.
Joseph Boutros, 21, was discovered unconscious inside a running vehicle on Monday evening. He was transported to Newport Hospital’s Emergency Room, where he was pronounced dead a short time later. He attended Salve Regina University in Newport, Rhode Island.
"Our community mourns this tragic loss," said Salve Regina President Kelli Armstrong in a statement. "Our hearts ache with Joseph's family, teammates, faculty, coaches, friends and all who loved him. May perpetual light shine upon him and may he rest in peace."
Newport Police Department attributed the death to carbon monoxide poisoning, as the entire vehicle, including the tailpipe, was covered with snow.
“This tragic incident was accidental and a reminder to be vigilant to keep exhaust pipes clear of snow and debris when vehicles are idling,” the department’s news release on the death states.
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