University Of Georgia Police Identify Person Of Interest In Student's Death

A sign for the University of Georgia is seen, May 28, 2004, in Athens, Ga. A woman was found dead Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024, on the campus of the University of Georgia after a friend told police

University of Georgia Police have identified a person of interest in the death of nursing student Lakin Hope Riley, a 22-year-old who went for a run and never returned. Her body was discovered near a lake on the University of Georgia's main campus in Athens.

Authorities have not disclosed further details regarding the development of the person of interest lead. However, an active investigation is underway on the campus, with detectives seen collecting evidence and utilizing canines to search the area. Investigators have been focusing on a dumpster across the street from the scene, indicating a multi-agency involvement in the case.