Hannah Kobayashi Declared Voluntarily Missing After Crossing Into Mexico

The family of the missing Hawaii woman disputes police conclusions while investigating claims of a green card marriage scam.

Hannah Kobayashi, a 30-year-old photographer from Hawaii, was last seen crossing into Mexico on November 12, and police have classified her as a voluntary missing person.
Her family is investigating allegations that she was involved in a green card marriage scam but has not confirmed the authenticity of the claims or related documents.
Police state there is no evidence of foul play or human trafficking, but Kobayashi’s family remains concerned for her safety and has hired a private investigator to continue the search.
The family criticized the police for not sharing surveillance footage and disagrees with the conclusion that her disappearance was voluntary, citing her unusual behavior and lack of contact.
The case has caused internal family tensions, including disputes over fundraising efforts and public representation, and has been further complicated by the recent suicide of Kobayashi’s father during the search.