LOS ANGELES, CA – In a troubling mystery unfolding at Los Angeles International Airport, the family of Hannah Kobayashi, a 30-year-old from Haiku, is pleading for public assistance after she disappeared during a layover. Her sudden vanishing act has left loved ones grasping for answers, as they tirelessly work to locate her.
Kobayashi’s disappearance occurred as she was en route to New York for a mix of leisure and work, including attending a concert and a photography gig. Her last confirmed sighting was at LAX, where she was supposed to catch a connecting flight. A friend accompanying her on the journey last saw her at the bustling airport, but she never boarded the plane.
Unusual and concerning messages followed. In a series of texts to her aunt, she mentioned experiencing a “very intense spiritual awakening” and apologized for what she termed “craziness.” To her roommate, she expressed fears about someone potentially targeting her finances and identity.
Communication with Kobayashi ceased abruptly, with her phone no longer traceable and calls going unanswered. Alarmed by her disappearance, her family has reached out to various law enforcement agencies, including the LAPD, LAX police, and the FBI, in hopes of finding her.
“This isn’t like Hannah,” said her aunt, Larie Pigeon, highlighting her niece’s normally responsible nature and excitement for the trip. Kobayashi had organized her plans meticulously, with hotel reservations and event tickets in place, underscoring her anticipation.
The family’s determination remains unwavering. “We won’t stop searching,” Pigeon vowed, expressing the deep love and concern from friends and family, all yearning for her safe return.
Hannah Kobayashi is described as 5’10”, weighing 140 pounds, with brown hair, brown eyes, and fair skin with freckles. Her family urges anyone with information to contact them at 845-750-36 or to notify Los Angeles authorities.
As the days pass, the family clings to hope, united in their quest to uncover the truth behind her disappearance and to bring her home safely.