Kenyan student reported missing in Massachusetts found dead

A missing Northeastern University student has been found dead, the Boston school confirmed Saturday.

Dennis Njoroge, 21, had last been seen on Nov. 28. State police told the university that their search for him ended on New Year’s Eve.

“I’m deeply grateful to every member of our community, especially Dennis’s fellow students, who leafleted and held events raising awareness of his disappearance,” President Joseph Aoun wrote in a statement. “I also thank the members of the NUPD and our Division of Student Affairs, who provided such caring support during this difficult time.”

Aoun sent his condolences to the family and friends of Njoroge.

Details of Njoroge’s death have not been released.

-necn.com