Weston Higginbotham: Parents Release Search Map For Son Missing in Japan
Summary
Weston Higginbotham, a 20-year-old American student, went missing in the mountains near Kyoto, Japan, on May 29. His parents have shared a map of the areas already searched and are asking for help from experienced hikers to look in nearby remote places.Key Facts
- Weston Higginbotham is a 20-year-old Auburn University student missing in Kyoto since May 29.
- He was last seen around 8:15 p.m. near Yamashina Station, according to security footage.
- His parents released a map showing the woods and mountains local police have already searched.
- They are asking skilled hikers to search outside the marked areas.
- Locals warn that hikers unfamiliar with the area or unprepared should be very careful, as the terrain is dangerous.
- Weston is described as an excellent navigator and physically fit, having completed an Ironman triathlon.
- His phone location was switched off, which was unusual for him, leading to a missing persons report after 2 a.m. on May 30.
- A typhoon struck the region during the search, causing heavy rain and flooding warnings that may affect rescue efforts.
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