2 University of South Florida doctoral students have gone missing, authorities say
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Key Points:
- Two doctoral students at the University of South Florida, Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy, both 27 and originally from Bangladesh, have been missing since April 16, according to university police and family reports.
- Limon, who was studying AI in environmental science and preparing to present his doctoral thesis, and Bristy, a chemical engineering student, were last seen in the Tampa area on the morning of April 16.
- Authorities from the University of South Florida Police Department and Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office are actively investigating, following leads, and conducting searches in multiple counties.
- Friends and family describe the disappearances as highly unusual and out of character, noting that both had upcoming plans, including booked flights to Bangladesh and regular communication with loved ones.
- Anyone with information is urged to contact university authorities at 813-974-2628.
