Hannah Kobayashi, a 30-year-old Hawaii resident, went missing in Los Angeles after missing a connecting flight to New York City. She sent concerning text messages to loved ones, stating she felt scared and someone might be trying to steal her money and identity. Her family has reported her missing to the LAPD and FBI but the LAPD is the primary investigating agency. There are concerns about her safety after security video showed her with someone in downtown Los Angeles.
Kobayashi was on a trip to New York to pursue her passion for art and photography when she went missing. Family members have gathered in Los Angeles to search for her, focusing their efforts on the intersection of Pico Boulevard and Hill Street. There are worries about her well-being, especially since the last texts from her indicated identity theft and a sense of fear.
The family is working closely with authorities and the public to find Kobayashi, who did not suffer from mental illness, according to her aunt. They are reaching out to anyone who may have seen her or have information about her whereabouts. The situation is reminiscent of the 2013 case of Elsa Lam, a missing Canadian tourist found deceased in Los Angeles, which sparked international attention. Friends and loved ones are hoping for a safe return of Kobayashi.
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