The disappearance of Hannah Kobayashi, a 30-year-old aspiring photographer, took a tragic turn as her father, Ryan Kobayashi, was found dead just two weeks into the search for his missing daughter. Kobayashi vanished after missing a connecting flight at LAX, California, USA, later sending cryptic texts. The family has continued to seek answers as both Kobayashi’s mysterious disappearance and her father’s sudden passing have deepened their grief.
Ryan Kobayashi was found dead at the age of 58 in a parking lot near Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) around 4 a.m. local time on Sunday morning (November 24), People reported on Monday (November 25).
A GoFundMe campaign created to support Li Jaena, his fiancée, offered a heartfelt tribute.
