When officers arrived there, they found Chutich, who had been identified by the family as the victim, in the parking lot. She was pronounced dead at the scene by medical personnel.
According to the release, Chutich was a student at Iowa State University.
Officers visited the area and conducted follow-up interviews. Police say there appear to be no threats to the community and the investigation will continue.
Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to call the Ames police.
In a statement, Chutich’s parents said: “It is with great sadness that we confirm that Olivia Chutich, our beloved daughter, has passed away in Ames, Iowa. Olivia was the light of our lives. We ask for privacy as we do this unimaginable loss sad. Thank you. “