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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.