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US College Student Vanishes During Family Trip To Japan US College Student Vanishes During Family Trip To Japan
US College Student Vanishes During Family Trip To Japan A family trip overseas has turned into a desperate search. James "Weston" Higginbotham, a 20-year-old Auburn University student from Hoover, Alabama, was last seen on surveillance video in Kyoto, Japan, on Friday, May 29, during a family vacation. NBC affiliate WVTM 13 in Birmingham reported that Higginbotham was traveling in Japan with his family when he disappeared. His family said he arrived at Kyoto Station around 8:15 p.m. Friday. His phone last showed activity at 8:29 p.m. Before that, surveillance footage showed Higginbotham had made a purchase at a Kohnan hardware store in the Kyo…
Savannah Guthrie's Husband Posts Touching Tribute On Her First Mother's Day Without Mom Nancy Savannah Guthrie's Husband Posts Touching Tribute On Her First Mother's Day Without Mom Nancy
Savannah Guthrie's Husband Posts Touching Tribute On Her First Mother's Day Without Mom Nancy A holiday meant for celebration has landed in the middle of a family's long-running heartbreak. Michael Feldman, Savannah Guthrie's husband, shared a Mother's Day tribute on Sunday, May 10, as her mother, Nancy Guthrie, remains missing. Feldman posted a photo on Instagram of the NBC "Today" co-anchor hugging the couple's two children, an 11-year-old daughter and 9-year-old son. He captioned the post, "To the strongest person I know. Surrounding you with love on Mother's Day."  View this post on Instagram The tribute comes as the search …
Roommate Charged With Murders Of USF Doctoral Students Arrested After SWAT Standoff Roommate Charged With Murders Of USF Doctoral Students Arrested After SWAT Standoff
Roommate Charged With Murders Of USF Doctoral Students Arrested After SWAT Standoff A 26-year-old man has been charged with murder after a missing University of South Florida student was found dead and another remains unlocated, authorities said. Hisham Abugharbieh, 26, is facing two counts of first-degree premeditated murder in the deaths of Zamil Limon, 27, and Nahida Bristy, 27, according to an update released Saturday, April 25. Limon, a graduate student at USF, was found deceased following a multi-day search, while Bristy has not yet been located, authorities said. The case began as a missing persons investigation and quickly evolved into a multi-jurisdictional probe…
Hotel Party Host Charged After $1K Ransom Call Leads To Missing Kids In NY: Cops Hotel Party Host Charged After $1K Ransom Call Leads To Missing Kids In NY: Cops
Hotel Party Host Charged After $1K Ransom Call Leads To Missing Kids In NY: Cops New details have emerged in the case of four missing juveniles found in the Hudson Valley, NY, after a frightening ransom call earlier this month that has now resulted in the arrest of a New Jersey man.  An arrest has been made following the start of an investigation into the disappearance of a 12-year-old girl in Rockland County and the ransom call demanding money for her return, Spring Valley Police announced on Friday, Feb. 27.  As previously reported by Daily Voice, Spring Valley Police began investigating on Sunday, Feb. 8, after the girl's parents reported she had been missi…
Alert Issued For Missing 16-Year-Old Girl From Region Alert Issued For Missing 16-Year-Old Girl From Region
Alert Issued For Missing 16-Year-Old Girl From Region Authorities are asking for help in locating a missing teenager from Albany. Zaniah Pierantoni, 16, was last seen at her Albany residence on Sunday, Feb. 15, according to the Albany Police Department. Additional details, including a clothing description and possible destination, were not given. Anyone with information is asked to contact Albany Police at 518-438-4000. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below.
24 Hours Have Passed Since 15-Year-Old Hudson Valley Boy Disappeared 24 Hours Have Passed Since 15-Year-Old Hudson Valley Boy Disappeared
24 Hours Have Passed Since 15-Year-Old Hudson Valley Boy Disappeared Authorities are asking for help in locating a Hudson Valley teenager who has been missing for over 24 hours. Tyshawn Thomas, 15, was last seen at his Mount Vernon residence on Thursday, Feb. 12, according to the New York State Missing Persons Clearinghouse. Thomas was wearing a blue bubble coat, blue pants, and gray sneakers and carrying a multicolored Sprayground backpack. A possible destination was not given. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call 1-800-346-3543. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. 
Who Were They? Slain NY Women Subject Of New Cold Case Plea From Prosecutors Who Were They? Slain NY Women Subject Of New Cold Case Plea From Prosecutors
Who Were They? Slain NY Women Subject Of New Cold Case Plea From Prosecutors Their names — and their killers — have eluded investigators for decades. Long Island prosecutors are asking the public to help identify the remains of two women whose cold case murders date back to the 1980s and 1990s. In recognition of National Missing Persons Day on Tuesday, Feb. 3, the Suffolk County District Attorney’s office released new details and updated renderings in hopes of finally learning their names. Tierney urged residents to review the materials closely, saying even small details could prove critical. “We are asking the public to take a moment to read the information avail…
48 Hours Have Passed Since 13-Year-Old Schenectady Girl Vanished 48 Hours Have Passed Since 13-Year-Old Schenectady Girl Vanished
48 Hours Have Passed Since 13-Year-Old Schenectady Girl Vanished Authorities are asking for help in locating a Schenectady teenager who disappeared days ago. Kassarina McClelland, 13, was last seen at her Schenectady residence on Tuesday, Jan. 27, according to the New York Missing Persons Clearinghouse. McClelland has braided hair with white coloring, and may have traveled to Albany, police said. No other details were given. Anyone with information is asked to call 1-800-346-3543. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below.
Double Murderer Killed 3rd Victim Found Hidden Under NY Basement Stairs, DA Says Double Murderer Killed 3rd Victim Found Hidden Under NY Basement Stairs, DA Says
Double Murderer Killed 3rd Victim Found Hidden Under NY Basement Stairs, DA Says A New York man already serving 40 years to life for murdering two women has now been charged in a third killing — and investigators say there may be more victims still undiscovered. Richard Fox, 62, of Buffalo, was arraigned on a fresh murder charge in Niagara County Court on Monday, Dec. 22, in the January 2023 death of 32-year-old Crystal Curthoys, court records show. It came just weeks after Fox was sentenced in Erie County Court to consecutive prison terms after confessing to murdering Cassandra Watson and Marquita Mull. Curthoys’ remains were found beneath a basement staircase in a bo…
Undefeated Football Coach Vanishes: Now He's Wanted In Child Porn Probe, Reports Say Undefeated Football Coach Vanishes: Now He's Wanted In Child Porn Probe, Reports Say
Undefeated Football Coach Vanishes: Now He's Wanted In Child Porn Probe, Reports Say New twists have emerged in the case of the missing and undefeated Virginia football coach, who is now wanted by authorities. Travis Lee Turner, 46, the head football coach at Union High School in Big Stone Gap, was first reported missing on Thursday, Nov. 20 by Virginia State Police, out of Wise County, where his team has rolled to a 12-0 record under its interim coach. His disappearance sent shockwaves through the community when Virginia State Police troopers couldn't find him at home in connection with an unrelated investigation. While his vanishing act has drawn public attention, T…
2 Missing NY Teens May Be Headed Toward NYC Or PA, Police Say 2 Missing NY Teens May Be Headed Toward NYC Or PA, Police Say
2 Missing NY Teens May Be Headed Toward NYC Or PA, Police Say Police are searching for two missing upstate New York teens who were last seen together and are believed to possibly be traveling out of state toward Pennsylvania.  Sierra L. Foley of Sauquoit, 15, and Paige E. Roberts of Marcy, 16, were last seen on the evening of Tuesday, Oct. 21, at Sierra’s residence in Oneida County, New York State Police said on Thursday, Oct. 23.  Investigators believe the pair may be traveling toward New York City or Pennsylvania in an unknown vehicle.  Paige is described as 5-foot-2 and 150 pounds, with blonde hair and blue eyes. She …
Search Continues For 15-Year-Old Albany Boy Week After Disappearance Search Continues For 15-Year-Old Albany Boy Week After Disappearance
Search Continues For 15-Year-Old Albany Boy Week After Disappearance Authorities are asking for help in locating an Albany teenager missing for over a week. Jamaj Williams, 15, was last seen on Tuesday, Oct. 14, according to the New York State Missing Persons Clearinghouse. Williams was wearing a light blue bubble jacket, black pants, and red, gray, and black Jordans. Police believe he may have traveled to Schenectady. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Alert Issued For Missing 16-Year-Olds From Albany, Saratoga Springs Alert Issued For Missing 16-Year-Olds From Albany, Saratoga Springs
Alert Issued For Missing 16-Year-Olds From Albany, Saratoga Springs Authorities are asking for help in locating a pair of 16-year-old Capital Region girls who were reported missing. Samara Bocus, of Albany, was last seen on Friday, Oct. 4, while relatives last saw Adrienne Hurlock, of Saratoga Springs, on Monday, Oct. 6, according to police. Bocus is believed to be in the Albany area. Hurlock was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, dark pants, and black and white sneakers. Anyone with information is asked to contact the New York Missing Persons Clearinghouse at 1-800-346-3543. Share this story by clicking the facebook icon below. Check back to …
Missing Teen's Body Found In NYC-Born Breakout Singer's Tesla: What We Know Missing Teen's Body Found In NYC-Born Breakout Singer's Tesla: What We Know
Missing Teen's Body Found In Nyc-born Breakout Singer's Tesla: What We Know Authorities have identified the body of a teen girl discovered inside an impounded Tesla registered to a breakout music star born in New York City. Celeste Rivas, 15, was named as the person found dead inside singer d4vd's 2023 Tesla Model Y, according to the Los Angeles County medical examiner's office. Her body was discovered in the car's front trunk at a Hollywood tow yard on Monday, Sept. 8. According to the medical examiner's office, Rivas' body was "severely decomposed," Rolling Stone reported. "[Her body was] inside the vehicle for an extended period of time before be…
Duo Stole $2.8M From Missing NY Couple’s Bank Accounts, DOJ Says Duo Stole $2.8M From Missing NY Couple’s Bank Accounts, DOJ Says
Duo Stole $2.8M From Missing NY Couple’s Bank Accounts, DOJ Says Two Queens residents are accused of conspiring to steal nearly $3 million from the bank accounts of a Long Island couple who vanished months ago. Yinye “Roy” Wang of College Point and Roslyn, and Qiuju Wu, of Flushing, are charged with conspiring to defraud a financial institution, according to an indictment unsealed in Brooklyn federal court on Tuesday, Sept. 9. The case centers on Old Brookville residents Peishuan Fan, 48, and JuanJuan Zwang, 44, who have been missing since late March, as Daily Voice reported. An investigation found that between June and August 2025, Wang and Wu used fo…
Missing 16-Year-Old Girl From PA May Be Albany Area Missing 16-Year-Old Girl From PA May Be Albany Area
Missing 16-Year-Old Girl From PA May Be Albany Area Authorities are asking for help in locating a missing Pennsylvania teenager who may have traveled to upstate New York. Smrity Darjee, 16, of Lower Paxton, was reported as a runaway on Saturday, Sept. 6, according to the Lower Paxton Bureau of Police. Darjee is believed to be in the Albany, New York, area, investigators said. Anyone with information is asked to contact Lower Paxton Bureau of Police at 717-558-6900 or this website, and reference incident number LP-25-019231. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
16-Year-Old Girl From Region Has Been Missing Over 72 Hours 16-Year-Old Girl From Region Has Been Missing Over 72 Hours
16-Year-Old Girl From Region Has Been Missing Over 72 Hours Police are asking for help in locating a missing teenager from the Capital Region. Ayana Smith, 16, was last seen at her Albany home on Monday, Sept. 1, according to the Albany Police Department. Additional details – including a clothing description and possible destinations – were not given. Investigators asked anyone with information in the case to contact the Albany Police Department at 518-438-4000. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Missing 14-Year-Old With Autism Sparks Police Alert In Region Missing 14-Year-Old With Autism Sparks Police Alert In Region
Missing 14-Year-Old With Autism Sparks Police Alert In Region Police in the Capital Region are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing teenager. Matthew Taylor, 14, was last seen leaving his Albany residence on Elberon Place near South Lake Avenue at around 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 29, according to Albany Police. Taylor, who has autism, was wearing a white shirt, white shorts, and black slippers. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Albany Police Department at 518-462-8039. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Mystery Surrounds Mom, 3-Year-Old Daughter's Disappearance In NYC Mystery Surrounds Mom, 3-Year-Old Daughter's Disappearance In NYC
Mystery Surrounds Mom, 3-Year-Old Daughter's Disappearance In NYC Authorities are trying to locate a missing Brooklyn woman and her toddler daughter. Jayla Echevarria, 20, and her 3-year-old daughter Nova were last seen leaving their building on East 96th Street and Linden Boulevard in East Flatbush around 2 p.m. Monday, Aug. 18, according to the NYPD. Jayla was wearing a black top and jeans, while Nova was seen wearing a blue shirt, blue pants, and pink sneakers. No other details were given. Anyone with information is asked to contact NYPD’s Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS or submit tips on the Crime Stoppers website. Share this story by clic…
Missing Albany Girl, 15, May Be In Region, Police Say Missing Albany Girl, 15, May Be In Region, Police Say
Missing Albany Girl, 15, May Be In Region, Police Say The search is on for a 15-year-old Albany girl who has been missing for a week. Natalia Oliver was last seen on Monday, Aug. 11, according to the Albany Police Department. A possible clothing description was not given, though police noted Natalia may still be in the Albany area. Anyone with information is asked to contact Albany Police at 518-438-4000. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Dad On Work Trip Disappears — Then His Car, Body Were Pulled From River: Officials Dad On Work Trip Disappears — Then His Car, Body Were Pulled From River: Officials
Dad On Work Trip Disappears — Then His Car, Body Were Pulled From River: Officials A New Jersey father who vanished during a work trip to Iowa was found dead after his car was pulled from the Missouri River, authorities said. Akshay Arora, 47, of Hillsborough, had been reported missing on Wednesday, Aug. 6, when colleagues said he never showed up for a flight, Sioux City, IA, police said.  Later that evening, his vehicle was discovered submerged in the Missouri River, but no body was inside, prompting days of search efforts, police said. On Friday, Aug. 8, at 5:05 p.m., officers recovered Arora’s body from the river, police said. Preliminary investigations show no i…
17-Year-Old Boy From Region Has Been Missing 4 Days 17-Year-Old Boy From Region Has Been Missing 4 Days
17-Year-Old Boy From Region Has Been Missing 4 Days Authorities are asking for help in locating a Capital Region teenager who has been missing for several days. Nolan Johnson, 17, of Troy, was last seen on Thursday, July 31, according to the New York State Missing Persons Clearinghouse. Johnson was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black sweatpants, and white sneakers. He may have taken public transportation to Minnesota, police said. Anyone with information is asked to contact the New York state Missing Persons Clearinghouse at 1-800-346-3543. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below.
14-Year-Old Girl From Hudson Valley Has Been Missing For 4 Days 14-Year-Old Girl From Hudson Valley Has Been Missing For 4 Days
14-Year-Old Girl From Hudson Valley Has Been Missing For 4 Days Authorities are asking for help in locating a missing 14-year-old girl from Westchester. Brianna Baugh, of Mount Vernon, was last seen on Monday, July 28, according to the New York State Missing Persons Clearinghouse. Baugh was last seen wearing a pink top, black jeans, and pink and blue sneakers. She may have traveled to the Bronx. Anyone with information is asked to call 1-800-346-3543. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below.
Missing 16-Year-Old Girl May Be In Hudson Valley Missing 16-Year-Old Girl May Be In Hudson Valley
Missing 16-Year-Old Girl May Be In Hudson Valley Authorities are asking for help in locating a missing 16-year-old girl from Saratoga County. Kara Lorman, of Moreau, was last seen on Sunday, July 27, according to the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office. She may have travelled to Yonkers or New York City, officials said. A possible clothing description was not given. Lorman was previously reported missing in March, as Daily Voice reported. Anyone with information is asked to contact 1-800-346-3543. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Woman Found Safe After Going Missing Near Hiking Trail In NY (UPDATE) Woman Found Safe After Going Missing Near Hiking Trail In NY (UPDATE)
Woman Found Safe After Going Missing Near Hiking Trail In NY (Update) New Update: A woman who was reported missing after being dropped off near a trailhead in Orange County has been found safe. The woman, who was not named, was reported missing on Tuesday, July 22 by the Tuxedo Police Department, which said she was found safe later on the same day.  Police did not say where the woman was found but thanked the New York State Park Police, New York State Park Rangers, New York State Police, and Orange County 911 for their help with the search.  Original Report: Police in Orange County are asking for the public’s help in finding a missing wom…
Missing 9-Year-Old Found Dead After Dad's 'Inconsistent' Account, NYSP Says Missing 9-Year-Old Found Dead After Dad's 'Inconsistent' Account, NYSP Says
Missing 9-Year-Old Found Dead After Dad's 'Inconsistent' Account, Nysp Says A Canadian girl reported missing near Lake George was found dead in upstate New York, and her father’s account of the night is under scrutiny, state police said. UPDATE: Luciano Frattolin Charged With Murder The 9-year-old, identified as Melina Frattolin, was reported missing around 9:58 p.m. on Saturday, July 19, in the area of Exit 22 on I-87, prompting an Amber Alert, according to a release from New York State Police. The call came from her father, Luciano Frattolin, 45, also of Canada, who initially claimed a possible abduction had occurred, authorities said. Luciano Frattolin app…
15-Year-Old Girl Located Safe Hours After Going Missing In Region 15-Year-Old Girl Located Safe Hours After Going Missing In Region
15-Year-Old Girl Located Safe Hours After Going Missing In Region Update: A 15-year-old girl from Saratoga County who was reported missing was located hours later. Aryelle Spenard had last been seen walking on Dover Place in the town of Halfmoon at around 8:15 p.m. Monday, July 14, according to the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office. She has since been located safe, sheriff's officials announced at around 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 15. No other details were given. Original story: Police have issued an alert for a missing 15-year-old girl from Saratoga County believed to be in danger. Aryelle Spenard was last seen walking on Dover Place in the town of Halfm…
3 Years After NY Mom’s Murder, Daughter Pushes For Justice As Police Renew Call For Tips 3 Years After NY Mom’s Murder, Daughter Pushes For Justice As Police Renew Call For Tips
3 Years After NY Mom’s Murder, Daughter Pushes For Justice As Police Renew Call For Tips Three years after Monique Yanulavich was found stabbed to death in a bank parking lot in upstate New York, her daughter is on a relentless mission to find the man police believe is responsible. Larry Hicks Jr., a 47-year-old construction worker from North Carolina, has been on the run since Yanulavich’s 2022 killing in Clinton County, according to New York State Police. Despite an active murder indictment and a multi-agency investigation, his whereabouts remain unknown. Troopers renewed calls for tips in the case on Monday, July 14, the three-year anniversary of Yanulavich’s death. “The N…
NY Man Vanishes In Caribbean; Body Found During Search, Police Investigating as Homicide NY Man Vanishes In Caribbean; Body Found During Search, Police Investigating as Homicide
NY Man Vanishes In Caribbean; Body Found During Search, Police Investigating as Homicide Police on the Caribbean islands of Turks and Caicos have opened a homicide investigation after a 51-year-old New York man vanished in the middle of the night last month while vacationing with his wife, according to a new report. Brian Tarrence, of Manhattan, who had flown to the island to celebrate his first wedding anniversary, was last seen leaving his Airbnb around 4 a.m. on June 25. He was walking toward Grace Bay, NBC News reported. The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force discovered a decomposing body in Grace Bay on Saturday, July 5. Authorities have not officially identified …
NY Man Disappears On Couple's Trip To Turks And Caicos: Cops, Report NY Man Disappears On Couple's Trip To Turks And Caicos: Cops, Report
NY Man Disappears On Couple's Trip To Turks And Caicos: Cops, Report A 51-year-old tourist from New York has been reported missing in the Turks and Caicos Islands, according to the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force and Fox News. Brian Tarrence, who recently moved from Monroe, NY to Manhattan, was last seen on June 25, after leaving his accommodations at the Paradise Inn in Grace Bay, Providenciales, according to island police and Fox. “They seemed to be having a normal couple days, and he ended up walking out of his condo, which is in a very safe place and in the middle of Grace Bay Road,” the Tarrence family’s private investigator, Carl DeFazio, t…
20 Years On, NY Teen's Murder Still Unsolved 20 Years On, NY Teen's Murder Still Unsolved
20 Years On, NY Teen's Murder Still Unsolved Two decades have passed since Christina White left her Saratoga County home for a late-night walk and never returned. The 18-year-old White was last seen around 10 p.m. on June 30, 2005, walking away from her Milton residence at the Stockade Mobile Home Park on Rock City Road. She had a history of staying away for short periods, so her family wasn’t immediately alarmed. But by July 3—just one day before her 20th birthday—her mother contacted police to report her missing. What followed was a nearly year-long search that ended in heartbreak. In March 2006, a man hunting crows in a wooded are…