Authorities are actively searching for Lauren Blackburn, a 23yearold junior at Princeton University who has been missing since the evening of April 19. Blackburn was last seen near Firestone Library around 6 p.m., wearing blue jeans with torn knees, a yellow tshirt, a black zippered hooded sweatshirt, and blue flatbottom shoes. His phone was last pinged near Lake Carnegie, a reservoir located approximately a mile from the campus library. citeturn0news12

Search efforts have intensified, involving drones, sonar equipment, and K9 units, but no conclusive evidence has been found thus far. Princeton University Vice President for Student Life, W. Rochelle Calhoun, has reached out to the campus community, offering emotional support resources and encouraging everyone to keep Blackburn in their thoughts during this challenging time. citeturn0news12

Blackburn, a native of Corydon, Indiana, is a distinguished student who has received both the National Merit and Gates Scholarships. He previously contributed to the student newspaper and is known for his academic excellence. His disappearance has prompted concern across the university community, with many hoping for his safe return.

Authorities continue their focused search at Lake Carnegie as the investigation unfolds. Anyone with information regarding Blackburns whereabouts is urged to contact the Department of Public Safety at 609 2581000.