Metallica Appeal For Safe Return Of Missing Fan

Metallica have donated $50,000 to a reward fund for the safe return of a girl who went missing at one of their concerts earlier this month.

20-year-old student Morgan Dana Harrington was last seen on October 17 outside the John Paul Jones arena in Charlottesville, Virginia where she was attending a Metallica show.

As well as donating $50,000 to the $150,000 fund, Metallica have posted photos and a message on their website.

Speaking on NBC's Today Show, Morgan's parents said they suspect “foul play” and have called her disappearance "a parent's worst nightmare."

Metallica's full message reads:

We are deeply concerned about the disappearance of 20 year old Virginia Tech student Morgan Dana Harrington, who was last seen while attending our concert at the John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville, VA, on Saturday night.

Morgan has blonde hair and blue eyes, is 5'6", 120 lbs., and was wearing a black "Pantera" T-shirt, black skirt, and black boots. She was not carrying I.D. or a cell phone. Morgan was separated from her friends shortly before 9pm at the venue. Police have been searching the area since Monday.

We encourage anyone who has any information regarding Morgan's disappearance to please come forward. Additionally, if you or anyone you know shot video footage or took photos of the concert or audience, please check to see if there is anyone in your photos who might resemble Morgan. Please contact the Virginia State Police at (434) 352-3425 or the UVA Police at (434) 352-3467 or police@virginia.edu. if you have any information.Our thoughts are with Morgan and her family for her safe return.