Missing ASU Student Sandarsh Krishna Found Dead at Grand Canyon
Who was Sandarsh Krishna? ASU student reported missing at Grand Canyon found dead; new details emerge
Hindustan Times
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Sandarsh Krishna, a 26-year-old Arizona State University student, was found dead in Grand Canyon National Park after going missing during a hiking trip in late April. His body was discovered near Verkamp’s Visitor Center, and an investigation is ongoing to determine the circumstances of his death.
- 01Sandarsh Krishna went missing while hiking in Grand Canyon National Park.
- 02His body was found on May 9, 2023, below the rim near Verkamp’s Visitor Center.
- 03Krishna was last seen between April 27 and April 28, 2023.
- 04His family reported him missing after losing contact.
- 05An investigation into the incident is still ongoing.
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The body of 26-year-old Sandarsh Krishna, an Arizona State University student, was discovered on May 9, 2023, after he went missing during a hiking trip to Grand Canyon National Park. Krishna was last seen between 4 PM on April 27 and midnight on April 28. His family reported him missing when they could not reach him. Park officials found his body below the rim near Verkamp’s Visitor Center on the South Rim. Prior to the discovery, a backpack believed to belong to him was turned in to hotel staff at Bright Angel Lodge. Authorities noted that Krishna was not linked to any vehicle in the park, suggesting he may have used a rideshare service to arrive. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death is ongoing.
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The incident raises concerns about safety for hikers in national parks, prompting discussions about the need for better safety measures.
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