Missing University of Colorado Boulder student Megan Trussell may have been located after search teams recovered a body in Boulder Canyon's rugged terrain. The Boulder County Sheriff's Office confirmed Saturday that first responders used rappelling equipment to access the remote site where the decedent was discovered.
While official identification remains pending, the discovery aligns with Trussell's disappearance timeline.
'Safety protocols required complete road closure during recovery due to hazardous weather conditions,'authorities stated, emphasizing the challenges of winter rescue operations.
Final clothing details provided by CU Police match recovered clothing patterns:
- Blue-grey insulated jacket
- Dark yoga pants
- White platform sneakers
Over 15 law enforcement agencies coordinated search efforts following Trussell's February 9 disappearance. Family has been notified of developments as the coroner investigates potential causes of death.
CU Boulder Police continue requesting tips about Trussell's final movements through case #2025-029 (303-492-6666). The incident marks the third campus-related tragedy this winter season.
