Student found dead at Marana High School campus: PD

MARANA, Ariz. - Police in a community near Tucson say they are investigating after a student was found dead on their high school's campus.

What we know:

According to a statement, police in Marana responded at around 6:47 a.m. to Marana High School, after a body was discovered on school grounds.

"Preliminary information indicates an individual broke into the campus early this morning around 1:30 AM and was later discovered by staff," read a portion of the statement. "The individual has been identified as a Marana High School student."

Dig deeper:

Marana Police say this "appears to be an isolated incident involving a single person." However, they say the school will remain closed for the day. Per the school's Facebook page, students were set to return to class on Sept. 8.

In a letter sent to parents, officials with the Marana Unified School District said the student was found dead by two staff members.

"We are heartbroken, and we know this news has landed as a profound shock to our entire community. We recognize that this may be difficult for members of our school community. Support will be available for students and staff members as our school community responds to this loss," read a portion of the letter.

What we don't know:

Neither police nor school district officials identified the student. However, police say the individual's family has been notified.

What's next:

Police say an investigation remains ongoing.