Missing UConn Student Located Safe

STORRS, CT — University of Connecticut police Wednesday said a missing student has been located and is safe.

UConn police issued the following statement Wednesday evening:

"The UConn student who was reported missing earlier this week has been located off-campus, contact has been made with her, and she is safe. The investigation remains open. UConn Police would like to thank the external agencies providing assistance in this case, including the FBI. As previously noted, there is no danger to the UConn community in connection to this matter."

Authorities said 19-year-old “Betty” Li Furong had last been seen leaving the area of Whitney Hall Sunday.