Hannah Kobayashi, Missing Hawaiian Photographer, Disappears in LA

Sydni Kobayashi, sister of missing Hawaii woman Hannah Kobayashi, expressed concerns that cryptic text messages received from Hannah's phone may have been sent by someone else, suggesting she was possibly controlled or manipulated. Hannah, who disappeared after missing a connecting flight from Maui to New York on November 8, was last seen in Los Angeles on November 11, prompting fears that she may have been abducted. The family is devastated by the recent suicide of their father, Ryan Kobayashi, who had been searching for Hannah. Despite receiving thousands of tips, Sydni remains hopeful but is cautious about sharing details to protect the investigation. Hannah reportedly sent messages indicating she had experienced a 'spiritual awakening' and mentioned being 'tricked' and that 'Deep State hackers' had stolen her funds. Police are investigating Venmo transactions made by Hannah shortly before her disappearance, with a focus on individuals she sent money to.