The Virginia State Police held a press conference this morning to go over the timeline of Virginia Tech student Morgan Harrington disappearance.
“Nothing is too trivial,” said Lt. Joe Rader during the press conference. The purpose of the press conference was to give out the timeline in the hopes that those who may have seen Harrington will come forward.
Between 8:20pm and 9:30pm, someone matching the description of Harrington was seen at several locations near the John Paul Jones Arena (JPJ).
Harrington disappeared on Saturday, October 17, the night the arena hosted the Metallica concert. Rader said UVA Police, Albemarle Police, Charlottesville Police as well as the FBI, among others, are involved in the search.
Rader said that they believe that between 8:30pm and 8:48pm Harrington interacted and conversed with people outside of the arena.
At 8:48pm it is confirmed that Harrington had a conversation with a friend. As reported before, Harrington stated she would try to find a ride home from friends in Charlottesville.
Between 8:48pm and 9pm, there are witnesses who can place Harrington outside JPJ.
Between 9pm and 9:10pm, Harrington or someone matching Harrington’s description was seen walking, with a black purse, through the University Hall parking lot. Rader said it did not appear she was walking with someone.
Between 9:10pm and 9:20om, Harrington or someone matching Harrington’s description was seen at the Lannigan Field, close to the track, where her purse was found in the grassy area of the parking lot.
It is believed that Harrington or someone matching her description was seen at the intersection of Ivy and Copley roads.
Harrington’s family has offered a $100,000 reward for information leading to her return. Metallica added $50,000.
Morgan Dana Harrington disappeared on October 17. According to a timeline released by Virginia State Police, Harrington or someone matching her description was seen outside the John Paul Jones Arena and walking towards the Copeley Bridge.
