Police in Maryville are investigating the overnight death of a Northwest Missouri State University Student.

The University announced this morning 21 year-old Tomarken Smith was assaulted at Fourth and Market around 1:30 this morning.

That location is near a few bars in Maryville, and located on the town square. There is no word if alcohol was involved at this time.

Smith was injured and was taken to St Francis Hospital in Maryville. He was pronounced dead around 2:30.

Charges are expected to be filed once the case is presented to the Nodaway County Prosecuting Attorney. The University says the involved individuals are in custody.

Update: Charges were filed Friday morning in Nodaway County.  Find that Story Here: http://www.stjosephpost.com/2012/09/14/update-two-charged-with-felony-murder-in-maryville-bar-fight/