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Father of Missing Maui Woman, 31-Year-Old Photographer Hannah Kobayashi, Found Dead Near LAX

Nov 25, 2024, 04:17 PM

Thirty-one-year-old Maui photographer, Hannah Kobayashi, has been missing in Los Angeles for nearly two weeks after she missed a connecting flight at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) earlier this month. Her father, 58-year-old Ryan Kobayashi, who had traveled from Hawaii to aid in the search for his daughter, was found dead near LAX early Sunday morning. The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed that Mr. Kobayashi died from an apparent suicide, reportedly jumping from a parking garage near the airport. Ms. Kobayashi was last seen shortly after missing her flight, and her family has since been actively searching for her. Two days before his death, Mr. Kobayashi described his daughter as someone who "brought joy to so many." The LAPD has stated they are taking her disappearance seriously, and the investigation into her whereabouts continues. The Kobayashi family has shared a heartfelt plea for information regarding Hannah’s disappearance as they cope with the loss of her father. The case has garnered national attention, highlighting the emotional toll such tragedies have on families.