20-year-old Millersville University student reported missing
Police are asking for help finding a missing 20-year-old Millersville University student.
A university spokesperson said Matthew Mindler, a first-year student from Hellertown, was last seen at 8:11 p.m. Tuesday. He was walking from his residence hall, West Villages, toward the Centennial Drive parking area.
Mindler didn't come back to his room or return phone calls from his family, according to the spokesperson. He hasn't been to class since Tuesday.
Mindler was wearing a white Millersville University hooded sweatshirt with black stripes on the arm, a black backpack, jeans and white sneakers.
Police said they are getting a lot of tips and leads, and they are following up on all of them. Officers are also searching the campus.
Anyone with information on Mindler's whereabouts is asked to contact Millersville University Police at 717-871-4357 or Chief Pete Anders at peter.anders@millersville.edu or 717-871-5972. Information can also be confidentially reported through the Millersville LiveSafe Safety App.
Message from university president
Millersville University President Daniel Wubah sent the following message to students:
"Dear Millersville University Community,
"Yesterday afternoon we notified the campus of a missing first-year student, Matthew Mindler. Matt's health and safety are paramount and I know our thoughts are with him, his family and friends.
"Our police department is continuing efforts to locate Matt in conjunction with regional law enforcement agencies. They are following every lead and appreciate your attention to this effort. More information is available here. If you have information that may assist in locating Matt, please contact Millersville University Police at 717-871-4357. Information can also be confidentially reported through the Millersville LiveSafe Safety App.
"Students interested in speaking with a mental health counselor may contact Millersville University's Counseling Center at 717-871-7821. Spiritual guidance is available to all students through Campus Ministries.
"I share your expressions of support and concern."