Authorities Identify Person of Interest in Disappearance of University of Pittsburgh Student in Dominican Republic as New Surveillance Footage Emerges

Authorities have identified a person of interest in the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Sudiksha Konanki, a University of Pittsburgh student who went missing during a vacation in the Dominican Republic. The development comes as new surveillance footage has emerged, potentially shedding light on the circumstances surrounding her disappearance. The case has garnered significant attention as the search for Konanki enters its second week.

The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office in Virginia, where Konanki’s family resides, has confirmed that 24-year-old Joshua Riibe has been named a person of interest in the case. Riibe had previously been questioned by authorities regarding Konanki’s disappearance. Despite this new development, officials have emphasized that the investigation remains a missing person case and has not escalated to a criminal investigation at this time.

Konanki’s disappearance occurred while she was on a spring break trip in the Dominican Republic, a popular destination for college students during the vacation period. The emergence of new surveillance video has provided investigators with additional leads to follow as they work to piece together the events leading up to her disappearance. Authorities have not disclosed the contents of the video or how it might implicate Riibe.

The case has drawn widespread concern and attention, with both local and international efforts underway to locate Konanki. The University of Pittsburgh community, along with Konanki’s family and friends, continue to hope for her safe return. As the investigation progresses, authorities are urging anyone with information related to the case to come forward and assist in the search for the missing student.