Police Classify Missing Hawaiian Woman as Voluntary

Hannah Kobayashi, a 30-year-old woman from Hawaii, has been classified as a voluntary missing person after being seen crossing the U.S.-Mexico border alone on November 12, shortly after her family reported her missing. Security footage confirms she left Los Angeles International Airport on November 8, intended for New York, but never boarded her flight and subsequently sent cryptic messages to her family. Investigators found no evidence of human trafficking or foul play, suggesting Kobayashi sought to disconnect from modern life, which she had expressed prior to her departure. Her family continues to search for her, urging the public to avoid speculation and share verified information. The LAPD has stated that they will not further investigate her case in Mexico but will be notified if she returns to the U.S. Meanwhile, Kobayashi's sister has criticized law enforcement for not keeping the family informed about the case developments.