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Nahida Bristy

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Nahida Bristy, a USF doctoral student from Bangladesh, was allegedly murdered by her roommate.

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Nahida Bristy was a doctoral student from Bangladesh attending the University of South Florida (USF). She and fellow student Zamil Limon were reported missing earlier in the month. The roommate of both students, Hisham Abugharbieh, has been charged with two counts of premeditated first-degree murder with a weapon in connection to their deaths. While the body of Zamil Limon has been recovered, Nahida Bristy is still missing. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is continuing the investigation. The case is newsworthy due to the tragic loss of two international students and the alleged involvement of their roommate in their deaths, raising concerns about safety and security within the university community.
Last updated: April 26, 2026