Bangladesh missions in Washington and Miami have been maintaining close contact with US authorities since two Bangladeshi students were reported missing in Florida, the Foreign Ministry said on Sunday.

The Embassy of Bangladesh in Washington, D.C., and the Consulate General of Bangladesh in Miami have been consulting with pertinent US authorities, university officials, and investigative agencies in the wake of the incident, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Jamil Ahmed Limon and Nahida Sultana Brishti, both students at the University of South Florida, were identified.

According to the statement, the dead body of Jamil Ahmed Limon has been recovered. The Bangladesh Consulate in Miami is working with local funeral authorities and other agencies to repatriate the body to Bangladesh at the earliest possible time.

It said transportation of the body from Tampa via Dubai currently faces limitations, prompting efforts to explore alternative routes.

The ministry said the embassy continues regular communication with US authorities to obtain further information regarding Nahida Sultana Brishti.

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office informed the Bangladesh mission that one suspect linked to the incident has been detained and charged with two counts of first-degree murder.

As the investigation remains active, the Sheriff's Office has not disclosed further details but assured that future steps would be coordinated directly with the victims' families.

The government expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident and reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring justice through close cooperation with all concerned authorities.

Case Timeline

April 16, 2026: Both students were last seen—Limon at his off-campus residence and Bristy an hour later at a USF campus science building.

April 17, 2026: A family friend reported them missing after being unable to reach either student.

April 24, 2026: Limon’s body was found, and Abugharbieh was taken into custody.

April 26, 2026: Possible remains were found in the water, and the search for confirmation regarding Bristy continues.