The University of Rochester in Rochester, New York, said they are 'hopeful' that associate professor Heikki Rantakari is 'found safe very soon' in a statement obtained by PEOPLE
Kirsty Hatcher is a Staff Writer at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2023. Her work previously appeared on ok.co.uk, in OK! Magazine and Reach PLC magazines.A professor at the University of Rochester in Rochester, New York, who has been missing since Friday, “may be in danger” according to the police.“He was last seen on Friday in the 1000 block of Exchange St. We believe that he may be in danger and anyone with information is encouraged to call 911.
A photograph of 44-year old Heikki Rantakari shared by Rochester NY Police on X on Wednesday., police said Rantakari checked into an Airbnb property after arriving in Rochester from Boston on Friday night. On Tuesday afternoon, investigators searched the Airbnb, which is within walking distance of the university, per the outlet.
"Obviously, it's concerning that he flew here for a specific meeting, to teach a specific class or multiple classes, and has not shown up for them — which, from what we’re told, is far outside his norm," Bello continued, per the outlet.to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
, Rantakari’s family said he was last seen between 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. on Exchange Street — the street where his Airbnb was located — and that he weighs approximately 180 pounds, is 5ft 11in and has blonde hair and blue eyes.
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