University of South Florida Police Department The University of South Florida Police Department in coordination with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating two missing doctoral students last seen in Tampa on April 16, 2026.
Zamil Limon, 27, a PhD student in geography, environmental science and policy, was last seen around 9 a.m. at his residence on Avalon Heights Blvd in Tampa. No confirmed contact has been made since then.
Nahida S. Bristy, 27, a doctoral student in chemical engineering, was last seen around 10 a.m. in the NES building on the University of South Florida campus.
Investigation Update
Authorities said both missing persons reports were formally filed on April 17, 2026, after a family friend alerted the USFPD that both individuals could not be reached.
Public appeal
Police urge anyone with information on the whereabouts of either person or who may have seen them after April 16 to contact the USFPD at (813) 974-2628.
Officials said more details will be released as the investigation progresses.
