The BC Coroners Service is investigating after an Oak Bay High School student died today (April 20).

Oak Bay police and fire were called for a home on Lincoln Road Friday morning at 7:30. A 16 year old male was reported to be in medical distress, according to the Oak Bay Police Department.

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The Coroners Service of British Columbia is responsible for investigating all unnatural, sudden and unexpected, unexplained or unattended deaths in the province. It makes recommendations to improve public safety and prevent death in similar circumstances.

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The coroner service does not confirm identities of individuals.

Resources are available for those affected by the trauma.

Kids Help Phone offers 24/7 counselling online at or by phone 1-800-668-6868.

The 24-hour Vancouver Island Crisis Line is an Island Health contracted service offers text 250-800-3806, online chat and phone services 1-888-494-3888.