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3mo ago

Body Believed to Be Missing CU Boulder Student Found in Remote Boulder Canyon Area

Authorities in Colorado are working to confirm the identity and cause of death after recovering a body matching Megan Trussell's description in a hard-to-reach location.

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From right: Vanessa Diaz and Joe Trussell, parents of University of Colorado Boulder student Megan Trussell, speak during a memorial ceremony near Mile Marker 40 in Boulder Canyon on Monday. On Saturday, Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks rangers found a body believed to be Trussell. (Matthew Jonas/Staff Photographer)
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Overview

  • Megan Trussell, an 18-year-old CU Boulder student, was last seen leaving her campus dorm on February 9, reportedly heading to her sister's apartment but never arriving.
  • A body matching Trussell's description was discovered on Saturday morning in a rugged, remote area near mile marker 40 on Boulder Canyon Drive, requiring a technical recovery operation.
  • The Boulder County Coroner's Office is conducting an investigation to confirm the identity of the remains and determine the cause and manner of death.
  • Authorities, including local, state, and federal agencies, have been involved in the search and recovery efforts, with hazardous weather conditions complicating the process.
  • Family and friends have held memorial gatherings to honor Trussell's life, remembering her humor, love of music and film, and the impact she had on those around her.