Twelve days after the disappearance of college student Sudiksha Konanki, her grieving parents have expressed their belief that she has drowned. In the Dominican Republic, a court hearing took place where Joshua Riibe, reportedly the last person to see Konanki on March 6, requested permission from a judge to return to the United States. As of now, no suspects have been identified in connection with her disappearance. The courtroom scene was described as tense, with NBC News’ Jesse Kirsch present during the proceedings on March 18, 2025.