UPDATE: Amir Boulahrouz Missing Student Discovered Dead

The University of Ottawa community is mourning the loss of Amir Boulahrouz, a promising 19-year-old undergraduate software engineering student who was found dead on Wednesday, August 7th, after being missing for 72 hours.

Amir Boulahrouz Missing Update
Amir, known for his strong passion for coding and profound interest in technology, had a bright future ahead of him. He was last seen leaving the Civic Hospital in Ottawa, sparking widespread concern and a massive search effort led by friends, family, and the university community.

“Amir was an incredibly motivated and proactive learner,” said a university spokesperson. “He had a dedication to his studies and an enthusiasm for technology that were evident to everyone who knew him.”

The search for Amir began after he failed to return home, and his mother, Nadia, voiced her extreme worry for his well-being. Unfortunately, the search ended in tragedy when Amir’s body was discovered on August 7th.

Nadia shared a heartfelt message on social media, expressing her grief and gratitude for the community’s support: “The search is stopped because my lovely Amir has died. We are in mourning and grief. We belong to Allah and to Allah we return. I ask you to pray for him, Allah yerahmu. Thank you, everyone, for your support. I will take some time to answer all your messages when I get the chance.”

The circumstances surrounding Amir’s disappearance and death remain unclear, and friends and family are appealing to the public for any information that could provide more clarity regarding this tragic loss.

During the search operations, the community came together, demonstrating the enormous impact Amir had on those around him. His untimely death has left a void in the hearts of many.

Updates on Amir’s Janaza (funeral) will be shared as they become available. The Boulahrouz family asks for continued prayers and support during this difficult time.