Hannah Kobayashi, a 30-year-old Hawaii resident, went missing in Los Angeles after missing a connecting flight to New York City. Her family is searching for her after receiving concerning text messages where she mentioned feeling scared and that someone may be trying to steal her money and identity. She was last seen at The Grove shopping center in Los Angeles, and family members reported her missing to the LAPD and the FBI. The last communication from her was on Nov. 11 when she mentioned being tricked into giving away all her funds, which family members believe to be identity theft. Security footage in downtown Los Angeles shows her with someone, sparking concerns about her safety. Family members are focusing their search efforts in the Pico Boulevard and Hill Street area. Kobayashi’s family has emphasized that she does not have a history of mental illness and is not on medication. They are worried about her safety and well-being and are actively searching for her in Los Angeles. In light of the disappearance, the family is hoping for a safe return of Hannah Kobayashi.
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