Virginia college professor found dead while attending conference in Orlando, police say
Averett University professor Dr. David Hanbury. Photo: Averett University
ORLANDO, Fla. - Averett University professor Dr. David Hanbury was found dead in Orlando on Sunday after being reported missing while attending a conference in town, police and the university confirmed to FOX 35.
The 38-year-old was found at a private men's club in Orlando, the Orlando Police Department said in an update on Monday afternoon. His death doesn't appear to be suspicious at this time, police said. Hanbury's cause of death has not been determined, according to the Orlando Police Department.
"On behalf of the entire Averett University community, we send our affection, condolences and prayers of support to Dr. Hanbury's family, friends and all others upon whom he had a lasting impact," the Danville, Virginia-based Baptist university said in a statement.
Hanbury was in Orlando attending the Southeastern Psychological Association Conference at the DoubleTree by Universal Studios, and was last seen on Friday evening, police said. At the time, police considered Hanbury a missing person.
Hanbury joined Averett faculty over eight years ago, according to the university. He was an associate professor and co-chair of the Psychology Department, and also served as the chair for the Division of Physical and Psychological Health Sciences.
The university is hosting a prayer and support vigil for Hanbury on campus on Monday at 6 p.m.